Multi-Strand Necklaces
1910s Unknown Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pearl, Yellow Gold
1910s German Edwardian Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s Arts and Crafts Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Citrine, Silver
1910s American Art Nouveau Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s British Edwardian Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Moonstone, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Hematite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
14k Gold, Gold Plate
2010s Italian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Yellow Gold
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Multi-Strand Necklaces
Citrine, Silver
2010s Italian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Emerald, 14k Gold
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Topaz, Cultured Pearl, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Citrine, ...
1910s American Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
1910s Edwardian Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
1910s Unknown Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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Vintage multistrand necklaces add glamour to any outfit and are easy to accessorize with.
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.
One popular style of multistrand necklace 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. 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.
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.
In all of these variations, a multistrand necklace offers a touch of sophistication for your look, from everyday wear to the red carpet. Explore 1stDibs for multistrand necklaces in a range of lengths, styles and materials.