Fashion Jewelry Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Dutch Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1990s Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1950s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Bronze, Gilt Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s French Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Bronze
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
Vintage 1970s French Beaded Necklaces
Bronze, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold
20th Century German Retro Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s French Beaded Necklaces
Bronze, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, Amethys...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, Vermeil
Vintage 1960s French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Turquoise, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century French Artisan Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Base Metal
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Pearl, Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil
Early 20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Vermeil
20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1980s American Choker Necklaces
Pearl
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Asian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal
Antique Late 19th Century Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold-filled
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold Plate
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1940s American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
20th Century Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
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Whether they’re chunky, statement-making accessories or a single strand of the understated sort, fashion beaded necklaces are versatile pieces of costume jewelry. Indeed, the vintage beaded necklaces in your jewelry box likely go with everything, from casual summer tops and shorts to dazzling evening gowns.
Costume jewelry, which is also called fashion jewelry, is designed to accessorize with current fashions and is typically made with inexpensive materials. In the realm of fine jewelry, beaded necklaces originating during the Art Deco era might feature double rows of jade — this period encompasses the 1920s and ’30s and ushered in a very distinct look in jewelry design — whereas accessories in the collection of fashion jewelry on 1stDibs are more often made with glass beads or moonstone.
From the fish-bone and seashell jewelry of the prehistoric era to the breathtaking amulets and pendants of ancient Egypt to modern sapphire beads, people have been accessorizing with beaded necklaces for eternity.
Beaded necklaces — as well as other kinds of necklaces — were common in prehistoric times. Personal adornment was important, and jewelry was made for every part of the body. Beadwork is among the best known art forms attributed to Native Americans, and just as they had for saddlery and clothing, early populations would fashion beads for necklaces with stone tools or instruments made of wood. The making of colorful glass beads for beaded necklaces likely originated in Venice, Italy, during the 14th century, particularly given the growth of the decorative glass industry on the series of Venetian islands called Murano. During the Neolithic period, humans were buried with coral beaded necklaces from the Mediterranean, even as far north as the Alps.
When it comes to fashion necklaces, remember that different necklines call for different pieces of jewelry.
When accessorizing with a beaded necklace, a long piece with a pendant will likely pair best with your favorite vintage V-neck dress or V-neck tee, while beaded chokers and collar necklaces are a stylish fit for strapless tops. Bigger beads will hit your neckline in a different way than a more minimalist necklace might, so you’ll want to keep that in mind. Choose colors you like and pick items that will go with what is in your closet. When the occasion calls for it, don’t be afraid to stack. “More is more” for some, so pairing a delicate strand with a bolder piece might be the move for you.
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