Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
1960s American Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gold-filled
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 14k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 14k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Quartz, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Coral
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Emerald, 22k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate
2010s Colombian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold, Vermeil
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Vermeil
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, S...
1880s Dutch High Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, 22k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, Vermeil, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Kyanite, Vermeil
2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Tanzanite, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Fluorite, Apatite, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Beryl, Morganite, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, Gold Plate
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s European Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Apatite, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
Early 2000s Spanish Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Amber
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold Plate
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 22k Gold, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Fire Agate, Gold Plate
2010s Tibetan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Stainless Steel
2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, Indicolite, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Vermeil
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.