Fashion Jewelry Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Base Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Spinel, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Aquamarine
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Moonstone, Mixed Metal
20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold
1990s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1980s American Native American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal, Carnelian, Jade
Vintage 1980s French Baroque Multi-Strand Necklaces
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Charoite, Vermeil
2010s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Iolite, Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s French Byzantine Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
1990s Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1970s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1970s American Baroque Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Silver Plate
Early 2000s Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Iolite, Lapis Lazuli, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
Late 20th Century French Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1960s American Modern Chain Necklaces
Gold Plate
2010s Thai Multi-Strand Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Rock Crystal
Vintage 1950s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1950s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1950s Multi-Strand Necklaces
2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s European Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1930s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1950s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 2000s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Silver Plate
Vintage 1980s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
1990s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Excellent condition, 1980s.
Vintage 1980s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1950s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Vermeil
Early 2000s American Romantic Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal, Base Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1950s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Agate, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s American Native American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s French Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 2000s Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Italian 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.