Beaded Necklaces on Sale

This double strand of cultured Akoya pearls was created in the 1950s and features exceptionally large —9.00-9.40mm— pearls with thick, ...

This vintage pearl necklace was crafted sometime during the Mid Century design period (1940-1960). The Mid Century or “Retro” design period was the golden age of cultured pearls. There might not be any other gem so absolutely iconic to the 1950’s and 60’s. Mid Century films like Rear Window (1954) featured Grace Kelly wearing exceptionally exquisite pearl strands in almost every scene. During the Mid Century period cultured pearls were more accessible and more desirable than ever before. This gorgeous strand features approximately 26 inches of 7.5 mm cream colored cultured pearls. 7.5 mm is a great mid sized pearl, sure to compliment any jewelry collection. Each pearl in the strand features a good luster and complexion. The 14K gold realistic floral bloom clasp features a large center pearl surrounded by 12 tiny sparkling diamonds. We love the clasp’s luxurious contrasting finish. The finish gives beautiful depth and dimension to the sculpted floral bloom. No detail was spared. The clasp features a hidden brooch...

This 16" strand of vintage cultured Akoya pearls features large and luminous pearls. 8.31mm, 8.24mm, 8.19mm, 8.04mm, 8.29mm, 8.43mm, 8.51mm: these are measurements I took of the pearls at random. In the world of cultured Akoya pearls, 8mm is the delineating mark; 8mm and larger are considered "luxury" pearls because of the time and risk involved in culturing pearls this large. The longer a pearl stays in the water, the thicker the nacre but the greater the chances for malformation. With this strand, we have the ideal: uniform, round pearls with thick nacre, and gorgeous luminosity, but without the pits and surface imperfections, we often see in pearls of this size and vintage. The vast majority of Akoya pearls are 6mm and 7mm. All of these pearls are 8mm and well beyond. If the classic 16" length feels too short for you, it's easy for your jeweler to add a bit of length by having the pearls restrung with double knots and French wire. In this way, you can transform this into a 17" necklace. This necklace, created in the 1950s, features two strands of 75 top-quality cultured Akoya pearls in a near-ivory tone without any evidence of pinking, the dying process the vast majority of cultured Akoya pearls undergo to give them a light pink blush. These pearls lack that artificial tint. The clasp is measures 23mm x 19.47 and was hand-fabricated. The clasp is formed into the shape of a flower with six small, full-cut diamonds prong-set in the center Interestingly, the diamonds are of far better quality than such small stones on a necklace clasp need to be. They are near-colorless (G-I) and clean (VS2). Together they weigh .25 carats. The clasp is unmarked but tests as 14K. This is the ultimate classic double-strand cultured Akoya necklace...

Collana vintage anni '60 di perle Akoia e chiusura realizzata a mano in Italia finemente traforata e incisa con oro bianco 18k, con 13 diamanti taglio brillante e con 6 zaffiri blu. ...

Campanula and Sardinian Coral 18k Gold Necklace from the 1960´s Elegant and original statement necklace composed of natural sardinian light coral showcasing 27 natural round coral ...

Elegant French Necklace with carved Gemstones A vintage mid-century piece made in france, back in the 1960's. It is composed by 5 fluted spacers, crafted in 18 karats yellow gold, 10 half spheres carved from natural tourmaline of different colors of about 12 carats and 35 hand carved spheres...

One of a kind,handmade,statement necklace with 50’s crystal brooch on a string of vintage Czech glass beads. Venetian glass beads and a goldtone clas...

Rare multi gemstones necklace designed by Seaman Schepps. Colorful vintage piece, created in New York city at the atelier of Seaman Schepps, back in the early 1970's. This beautiful...

A retro necklace featuring amber-colored lucite beads with gold-tone accents. A perfect touch of vintage flair!

Matching vintage faux salmon coral bead necklace and earrings, accented with glowing gold-tone beads and motifs. Circa mid 1900s. Necklace...

This lavish collar necklace features strands of genuine pearls and clear quartz crystals. Sterling silver-tone toggle clasp. Late 1900s.

A chic vintage bakelite bracelet! Cherry red bakelite beads accented with cream-colored carved bakelite motifs. Vintage brass tone spring ring clasp. Circa early to mid 1900s. Minim...

A showstopping necklace from Heidi Daus. This bold pendant necklace features amethyst, jade, & citrine crystals, and natural carnelian beads for a stylish, exotic, look. Brass tone....

Vintage pearl necklace, featuring a single, 22 inch strand of white faux pearls decorated with two gold-tone accents. An exquisite accessory!

Long necklace featuring a single strand of opaque white quartz beads accented with gold findings. Extravagant!

Vintage pearl necklace, featuring a single, 56 inch strand of white and peach pearls. An exquisite accessory!

A stylish retro necklace originating in West Germany. Features clear iridescent beads on a knotted string necklace, secured with a gold-tone clasp. Very long - 62 inches around! Mar...

Stylish vintage necklace with three strands of red art-glass beads with an elegant silver-tone hook clasp. Length: 16.5 to 18.5 inches with extension chain.

A chic vintage bakelite bracelet! Apple green bakelite beads accented with cream-colored carved bakelite motifs. Vintage barrel clasp. Circa earl...