Beaded Necklaces
2010s North American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Black Diamond, Rose Gold
2010s Nigerian Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Tiger's Eye
1950s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Rubelite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1980s French Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century North American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century European Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Chrysophrase, Black Pearl
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1950s Victorian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
1910s English Edwardian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, G...
2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1910s Edwardian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Late 20th Century European Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Turquoise
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Labradorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver Plate
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Vermeil
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Black Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Topaz, Blue Topaz
1960s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
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.