Beaded Necklaces
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
15th Century and Earlier South American Antique Beaded Necklaces
Gold
1960s Australian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Chrysocolla, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Peridot, Ruby, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jasper, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
1940s African Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1990s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century British Artist Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Amazonite, Citrine, Pearl, Quartz, Jasper, Gold-filled, Mixed Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1980s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Peridot, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, Quartz, Silver
2010s French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
1970s Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold
1960s French British Colonial Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Rainbow Moonstone, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
1970s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Opal, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Agate, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, White Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Fluorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Zircon, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
1980s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Unique Vintage Beaded Necklaces for Sale — Diamond Beaded Necklaces, Pearl Beaded Necklaces and Other Accessories
Whether they’re chunky, statement-making accessories or a single strand of the understated sort, antique and vintage beaded necklaces are versatile pieces of jewelry. Indeed, the unique beaded necklaces in your jewelry box likely go with everything, from casual summer tops and shorts to dazzling evening gowns.
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.
Whether you’re seeking the pop of color you’ll get in a double-row jade beaded necklace from the Art Deco era — which encompasses the 1920s and ’30s and ushered in a very distinct look in jewelry design — or perhaps a simple strand of pearls for a blouse that leaves your neck bare, 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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