Beaded Necklaces
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
1990s European Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Jade
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Silver
Late 20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Silver
2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1980s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Swazi Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Black Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Other, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Iolite, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s South American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass
2010s American Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Asian Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Kunzite, Quartz
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass, Gold
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
Late 20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Portuguese Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Citrine, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Enamel
2010s Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Pyrite, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Freshwater Pearl, Jasper, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s American Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jasper, Sterling Silver
2010s French Beaded Necklaces
Other
1980s British Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Hematite, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Japanese Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Chrysocolla, Gold Plate
2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary Baltic Beaded Necklaces
Amber
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.