Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Apatite, Gold Plate
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Carnelian, Onyx, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Amethyst, Rock Crystal, Crystal, Sterling Silver, Base Metal
Early 20th Century German Late Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Brass, Gilt Metal
1920s American Baroque Revival Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
15th Century and Earlier American Native American Antique Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Hong Kong Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Beaded Necklaces
Silver
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Black Diamond, Hematite, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
1970s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold...
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
1990s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Sterling Silver
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Coral, Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Beaded Necklaces
Silver
2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antique Beaded Necklaces
22k Gold, Bronze
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Russian Beaded Necklaces
Amber
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Bronze
2010s North American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Baltic Beaded Necklaces
Amber
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold Plate
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Hematite, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Tiger's Eye, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
2010s French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline
20th Century 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.