Multi-Strand Necklaces
1950s American Artisan Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Other
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, Mixed Metal
20th Century Unknown Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
20th Century European Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Brass
1990s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
1960s German Artisan Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1990s Italian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Zircon, Blue Zircon, Silver Plate
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Quartz, Silver
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Iolite, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Beryl, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Emerald, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Charoite, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, Brass
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Chalcedony, Quartz, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Citrine, Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Quartz, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Aquamarine, Mixed Metal, Other
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Iolite, Lapis Lazuli, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
Early 2000s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Other, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s North American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Chalcedony, Morganite, Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Other
1960s German Artisan Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Agate, Onyx, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Agate, Hematite, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century British Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Indian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Iolite, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver
1960s American Artisan Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Rhodium, Silver
1980s American Artisan Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Emerald, Amethyst, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Indian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Shop Vintage Diamond Multistrand Necklaces, Pearl Multistrand Necklaces and Other Jewelry
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.