Fashion Jewelry Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces
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Gold
Vintage 1980s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal, Gold Plate
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Vintage 1950s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Baroque Multi-Strand Necklaces
Late 20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
17" length with jewelled box clasp. Necklace drops...
Late 20th Century Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1970s American Chain Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1980s French Baroque Revival Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral
Vintage 1970s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Shop Vintage Fashion Multistrand Necklaces and Other Costume Jewelry on 1stDibs
Necklaces are a jewelry-box essential, and vintage fashion multistrand necklaces — in any variation — offer a touch of sophistication for your look, from everyday wear to the red carpet.
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. 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.
Vintage multistrand necklaces add glamour to any outfit and are easy to accessorize with. One style 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.
Costume jewelry, which is also called fashion jewelry, is designed to accessorize with current fashions and is typically made with inexpensive materials. Whether you’re seeking a provocative fashion multistrand necklace or a similar piece from the fine jewelry collection on 1stDibs that exudes elegance and grace, the offerings here present something for everyone.
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.
Explore 1stDibs for vintage fashion multistrand necklaces in a range of lengths, styles and materials.