Multi-Strand Necklaces
Late 20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Tourmaline, Mixed Metal
2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Multi-Strand Necklaces
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl
1960s Retro Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Peridot, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Multi-Strand Necklaces
White Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl
1990s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Baroque Revival Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
1970s Italian Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral
Early 1900s Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Platinum
1980s American Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
17" length with jewelled box clasp. Necklace drops...
Late 20th Century Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Gilt Metal
1970s American Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Shop Vintage Diamond Multistrand Necklaces, Pearl Multistrand Necklaces and Other Jewelry
Vintage multistrand necklaces add glamour to any outfit and are easy to accessorize with.
One of the oldest known forms of jewelry is the necklace; evidence includes shell beads dating back at least 142,000 years. Multistrand necklaces appeared early in this history, with archaeologists identifying examples from ancient Mesopotamia.
One popular style of multistrand necklace is the torsade necklace, with “torsade” coming from the French word for twist or cable. These necklaces are made by twisting several strands of beads, pearls or other material together and securing them with a clasp. The hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, while Ciner helped popularize the torsade necklace in the 1980s with strands of glass beads often held by animal-head clasps.
The bayadère necklace, also known as the rope necklace, is similar but has only a few strands of pearls or beads that are twisted or braided together. It was particularly popular at the turn of the 20th century, including as a gift for bridesmaids. Sometimes the beads or pearls match; other times, they are multicolored, with accents such as a single tassel or pendant. Another version is the choker-style dog-collar necklace, a multistrand necklace usually between 16 to 18 inches long.
In all of these variations, a multistrand necklace offers a touch of sophistication for your look, from everyday wear to the red carpet. Explore 1stDibs for multistrand necklaces in a range of lengths, styles and materials.