Beaded Necklaces
20th Century European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Mixed Metal
2010s Uruguayan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1960s Unknown Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Antiguan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s South American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
Early 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Pearl, Brass, Gold-filled
2010s South American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Asian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 9k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Citrine
Mid-20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Pearl, Turquoise
1960s Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s South American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
1970s American Artisan Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s European Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 9k Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s American Native American Antique Beaded Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Lapis Lazuli, Freshwater Pearl, 22k Gold, Vermeil
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Marcasite, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Rose Gold, Silver
2010s South American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Antiguan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
1970s French Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
2010s German Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Tsavorite
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Blue Topaz, Vermeil
2010s Australian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
1990s Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s French Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 2000s Italian Art Deco 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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