Fashion Jewelry Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1980s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Rock Crystal
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Druzy, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Brass
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 9k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Antique Early 1900s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century French Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Base Metal
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s Malagasy Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Pearl, Gold, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Agate, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate, Silver
Mid-20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Charoite, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Quartz, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1940s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver, Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Amber, Base Metal
1990s French Necklace Enhancers
Pearl, Gold Plate
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Crystal
Vintage 1960s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Gold Plate
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Chinese Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Carnelian, Coral, Pearl, Gold Plate
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s American Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s French Baroque Revival Chain Necklaces
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Gold-filled, Yellow Gold, Silver, Brass, Copper
20th Century Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
Shop Costume Jewelry: Beaded Necklaces for Sale on 1stDibs
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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