Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
1990s European Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1990s French Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
1970s Japanese Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century Japanese Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
1930s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1980s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1950s Unknown Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Brass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Quartz
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Renaissance Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
1990s French Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold Plate, Silver
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Other
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Other
1990s Beaded Necklaces
1950s Italian Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Brass
1970s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
1950s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Silver Plate, Enamel
1980s Spanish Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl
Mid-20th Century Asian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Jade, Silver
1950s French Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Brass
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Topaz, Sterling Silver
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
20th Century German Retro Beaded Necklaces
1960s Vintage Beaded Necklaces
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
1990s French Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Russian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Sterling Silver
1950s French Art Deco Vintage 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.
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