Multi-Strand Necklaces
Late 19th Century Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
1960s American Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1870s Etruscan Revival Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold
19th Century Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
19th Century Chinese Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Carnelian, Vermeil, 14k Gold
1960s German Artisan Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
19th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Turquoise, Enamel, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s American Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Victorian Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Garnet, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Garnet
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Spinel, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1960s Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
1960s American Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
1960s English Modernist Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s French Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s American Egyptian Revival Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
Late 19th Century Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
1960s European Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s British Victorian Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
1890s Dutch Late Victorian Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Gold
1960s European Retro Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s German Artisan Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
Late 19th Century Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Aquamarine, Yellow Gold
1890s Dutch Late Victorian Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Gold
1960s French Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
18k Gold
1960s French Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
19th Century European Victorian Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold
1960s Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
1960s Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Early 1800s European Georgian Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Topaz, 18k Gold
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
Early 1800s French Empire Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold
1960s Italian Modernist Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s North American Edwardian Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl, Sterling Silver
1960s American Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold, Gold Plate
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1960s American Artisan Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1960s Unknown Modernist Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1890s Dutch Late Victorian Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s French Retro Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s American Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
18k Gold
1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Victorian Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Agate, Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1960s American Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
19th Century Italian Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1960s French Modern Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Mixed Metal
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1880s British Victorian Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
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.