Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Other
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Morganite, Beryl, Other
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Kunzite, Sterling Silver
1990s Beaded Necklaces
Coral
2010s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Belgian Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Chrysocolla, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 9k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Iolite, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold
Late 20th Century English Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Morganite
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
2010s Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Iolite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Other
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Chrysophrase, Black Pearl
Late 20th Century French Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Morganite
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s Nigerian Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline
1940s American Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Pearl, Multi-gemstone, Agate, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Turquoise
Early 2000s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Sterling Silver
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Turquoise
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Silver
1950s American Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Brass
20th Century North American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, White Gold, 18k Gold
1960s American Post-War Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Sterling Silver
2010s French Beaded Necklaces
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.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of pearl beaded necklaces, antique emerald beaded necklaces, diamond beaded necklaces and more.