Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Agate, Mixed Metal
1980s Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Egyptian Revival Multi-Strand Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Ruby, Bronze, Gilt Metal
2010s North American Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver
1960s American Modern Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
1980s American Modern Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal, Gold, Gold Plate
2010s American Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Jade, Silver
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold Plate, Vermeil
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Moonstone, Mixed Metal
1990s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
1980s Unknown Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Freshwater Pearl
Early 2000s American Native American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, Mixed Metal
1990s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Late 20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapph...
Mid-20th Century American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Labradorite, Sterling Silver
1970s French Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
1930s American Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s Swedish Modernist Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s French Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
2010s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1960s Italian Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Gold Plate
1950s French Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amber, 14k Gold
1990s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
1950s Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
1950s Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Mixed Metal
1940s American Artisan Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Enamel, Gilt Metal
2010s American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal, Cut Steel
Early 20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amber, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Mixed Metal
1970s French Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Malian Multi-Strand Necklaces
1960s Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
20th Century Unknown Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.