Beaded Necklaces
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Beaded Necklaces
Peridot
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Druzy, Sterling Silver
1930s Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
1990s Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
1890s European Late Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Rhodium, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Beaded Necklaces
Peridot
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Peridot, Citrine
1990s French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Coral, Sapphire, Turquoise, Kyanite, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Go...
2010s Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold
1940s Italian Contemporary Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s European Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Rubelite, Tourmaline, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Emerald
1940s North American Vintage Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Beaded Necklaces
Peridot
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
1990s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Bronze
Early 2000s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Freshwater Pearl, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Silver
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Spinel, Black Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Si...
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
19th Century European Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 10k Gold
1950s European Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Amber
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Onyx, Quartz, Sterling Silver
1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Fluorite, Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Emerald
20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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