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Rare Egg Yolk Baltic 237 gram with 14.5mm to 42mm beads Amber Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare colossal-sized baltic amber in an exceptional egg yolk colour. Measures 26 inches long, made
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20th Century Lithuanian Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Amber

Rare Mings Hawaii Large Amber Bead Strand Necklace
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Designer: Ming's Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Gemstones: Amber Total Weight: 94.8 Grams Necklace Length: 23" Stamped: "Mings" "14K" Condition: Preowned 100% Authent...
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Amber, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Mings Hawaii Amethyst and Gold Bead Strand Necklace
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Designer: Ming's Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Gemstones: Purple Amethyst Total Weight: 76.8 Grams Necklace Length: 19" Stamped: "Mings" "14K" Condition: Preowned, Ex...
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Smokey Topaz Beaded Necklace
Located in Nantucket, MA
A rare cut of smokey topaz beads in a wedge-like shape offering dimension and stone clarity. Flat
Category

Late 20th Century Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Topaz, Sterling Silver

Lagos Caviar 18k Gold Necklace Onyx Beaded Diamond Removable Pendant Rare
By Lagos
Located in Northbrook, IL
This beautiful Lagos Caviar necklace is a rare find. Crafted from 18k yellow gold and featuring
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Late 20th Century Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Coral necklace - 26.5 inches Natural Black Coral Graduated Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic and rare natural black coral graduated bead necklace. The length is 26 ½ inches and the
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Coral, Other

Seaman Schepps Aventurine Bead and Yellow Gold Rondelle 36.50 Inch Necklace
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A rare to find beaded Aventurine long necklace designed by Seaman Schepps. The Aventurine beads
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1950s American Retro Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Aventurine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning Rare Tommy Singer Three-Strand Necklace
By Tommy Singer
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Three-strand necklace signed by Tommy Singer. Onyx tube beads with accent beads of silver and 14k
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1950s American Native American Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

1990s Gianni Versace multicoloured beaded bracelet
By Gianni Versace
Located in Nottingham, GB
This bracelet by Gianni Versace is very rare with it's multicoloured cluster beaded design. It
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1990s Italian Rare Vintage Beads

Rare MIriam Haskell Fringed Wrap Bracelet
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Rare Miriam Haskell flexiable wrap bracelet of cornflower blue pate de verre mellon beads,round and
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1950s American Rare Vintage Beads

Madeleine Riviere Rare Gripoix Glass Collar
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Madeleine Riviere rare Maison Gripoix bead and crystal collar. The two strand necklace has
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1950s French Artisan Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Rare Countess Cis Pearl Bracelet
By Countess Cis Zoltowska
Located in New York, NY
Rare bracelet by Countess Cis composed of three strands of large iridescent grey and cream
Category

1950s French Rare Vintage Beads

Rare Burmite Tribal 140 gram Amber Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
A rare Burmite tribal graduate amber necklace measures 24 inches long with 29 knotted beads
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20th Century Asian Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Amber

Original Vintage Chanel Gold Logo Pearl Necklace, Rare
By Chanel
Located in Berlin, BE
gold-plated pearl necklace. This rare and highly coveted piece is a true treasure, embodying the
Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Rare Chanel Endless Pearl and Crystal Rondel Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Super Rare and Versatile Chanel Endless Pearl and Crystal Rondel Necklace. Incredibly long and so
Category

1990s French Artisan Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Rare Vintage coloured paste collar necklace, symbolic, Victorian style
Located in NEWARK, GB
A rare Vintage paste collar necklace. It is made in the Victorian style, very heavy and
Category

Late 20th Century German Victorian Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Silver Plate

Coco Chanel Maison Gripoix Sautoir Necklace, Rare Book Piece
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Rare Coco Chanel sautoir necklace 1950's by Maison Gripoix. The Art Deco inspired long necklace is
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1950s French Art Deco Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze, Enamel

Rare Gripoix French Pate de Verre Leaf Bracelet
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
French Pate de Verre Leaf Bracelet of red and white glass,an early example of Gripoix's oevre. 7.5" longest leaf 2"
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1930s French Rare Vintage Beads

Rare Miriam Haskell Elaborate Fresh Water Pearl Bracelet
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell elaborate four strand silver gilt and fresh water
pearl bracelet.The ornate clasp of pave seed pearl leaves, fresh water pearl flowers , and pearl stamens,are a...
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1950s American Rare Vintage Beads

Rare H Stern Pearl Necklace With GIA Report Akoya Pearls
By H. Stern
Located in Media, PA
gold, this beaded necklace showcases a double strand of round, white cultured pearls. The pearls
Category

1970s Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold

Chanel Super Rare Vintage Silver CC Turnlock Large Chain Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Super Rare Vintage Silver CC Turnlock Large Chain Choker Necklace *Marked 95 *Made in
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1990s French Artisan Rare Vintage Beads

1960s Pierre Cardin Rare Brutalist Oversized Shield Red + Silver 60s Necklace
By Pierre Cardin
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage 1960s PIERRE CARDIN red and silver chrome brutalist shield necklace!! Features
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1960s Rare Vintage Beads

Very Rare Non-Nucleus Pearls Necklace with Sapphire Clasp 1.60 Carat
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Very Rare Non-Nucleus Pearls = 14-21 Millimeters White Sapphire = 1.60 Carats
Category

Late 20th Century Art Deco Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire

Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Motif Perfume Camellia Leather Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Motif Perfume Camellia Leather Necklace *Marked Chanel *Made
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1980s French Artisan Rare Vintage Beads

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Rare Pate de Verre Multi Strand Necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage rare multi strand beaded necklace featuring multicolored pate de verre
Category

20th Century French Rare Vintage Beads

Vintage Red Jade Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
From an estate collection. Extremely Rare! Natural red jade beads are very rare and hard to come by
Category

Mid-20th Century Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold

Fine Mediterranean Natural Pinkish Red Coral 18K 750 Gold & Coral Clasp Necklace
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Fine & Rare Orangey Red Coral Bead Necklace Composed of 53 natural coral beads of approximately
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1950s Italian Retro Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold

Beautiful Beaded Tree Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
own design A beautiful and rare Beaded floor lamp, it is quite unusual, it has three lights inside.  
Category

1990s American Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Metal

Beautiful Beaded Tree Floor Lamp
Beautiful Beaded Tree Floor Lamp
H 57 in W 33 in D 33 in
F/W 1997 Atelier Versace Haute Couture Rhinestone Satin Appliqué Beaded Skirt
By Gianni Versace, Atelier Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a rare beaded satin appliqué skirt designed by Gianni Versace for his Fall/Winter 1997
Category

1990s Italian Rare Vintage Beads

Rare Form of Beaded Doll, Kenyan Coastal Region
Located in London, GB
This mid-twentieth century beaded doll, which likely originates from the Kenyan Coastal Region
Category

Mid-20th Century Kenyan Tribal Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Hardwood, Beads

Versace S/S 1999 Runway Finale Orchid Gown Size 38 NWT
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in West Hartford, CT
and rare beaded gown has an almost animalistic motif on a semi-opaque power stretch net, layered over
Category

1990s Italian Rare Vintage Beads

Chanel Minaudière Celeste Lucite Beaded Crystal Vintage Rare Blue Green Beads
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Minaudière Celeste Lucite Beaded Crystal Vintage Rare Blue Green Beads Spring 1997 Green
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1990s French Rare Vintage Beads

Beautiful and Rare Small 1930's Beaded Flush Mount Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful and rare 1930's beaded flush mount light, that size is quite rare, the patina is much
Category

1930s American Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Metal

Large Rare Italian Art Deco Hand Blown Clear Beaded Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A rare and spectacular Art Deco chandelier comprised of a myriad of handblown beads strung together
Category

1930s Italian Art Deco Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Blown Glass

Rare Vintage Katherine Hamnett London Beaded Top
By KATHERINE HAMNETT
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage beaded top by Katherine Hamnett London. The top is silk with black bead detail in
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1980s Unknown Rare Vintage Beads

Rare Gaetano Sciolari Chrome and Beaded Crystal Chandelier
By Gaetano Sciolari, Lightolier
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This rare 1960s chandelier by Sciolari features cascading crystal beads and teardrops set against a
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Crystal, Steel, Chrome

Yearick Hand Beaded Bronze and Black Bugle Bead & Sequin Tank Dress Rare Size 18
By Stephen Yearick
Located in Palm Springs, CA
It’s rare to find a hand beaded gown by a leading New York designer in larger size. This gown was
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1990s Singaporean Rare Vintage Beads

14K Rare & Unusual Intertwined Bead Style Pocket Watch Chain
Located in Dallas, TX
14K Rare & Unusual Intertwined Bead Style Pocket Watch Chain - 14K Yellow gold chain ,measuring 12
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20th Century Rare Vintage Beads

Rare Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Beaded Mini, 1969
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Rare and extraordinary Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Beaded Mini, 1969. Early extraordinary
Category

1960s French Rare Vintage Beads

Miriam Haskell Rare Ruby Melon Bead Gripoix Glass Haircomb
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Rare Miriam Haskell hair comb of ruby Gripoix glass melon cut beads, crystal demi lune stones and
Category

1950s American Anglo-Indian Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Brass, Gilt Metal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate

Beautiful Rare Natural Maw Sit-Sit Jade Beads Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare genuine Natural Maw Sit-Sit round Beads Necklace, beautiful deep emerald green color. Each
Category

1970s Burmese Modernist Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Jade

Rare 1948 Jacques Fath Beaded Chantilly Lace Dress Gown
By Jacques Fath
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Thus, his haute couture fashions were limited and rare. Jacques Fath circa 1948 off white beaded
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1940s Rare Vintage Beads

Rare Brooks Multicolored Micro-Seed Double-Purse Beaded Purse
Located in New York, NY
Brooks multicolored double-purse has micro-sized seed beading throughout. Hand-beaded in France
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1950s French Rare Vintage Beads

RARE Vintage Jeanette Kastenberg Beaded Sequin Bugs Bunny Jacket c1990s
By Jeanette Kastenberg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
beaded and sequined Looney tunes bugs bunny london bridge scene. Multi colored beaded and sequined outer
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1990s Rare Vintage Beads

Rare Signed Trifari Designer Lucite Beads Golden Modernist Choker Necklace
By Trifari
Located in Montreal, QC
Cream/Brown Lucite Beads set in Gold Gilt Mounting. Necklace measures approx. 19”l x 2”w. Signed
Category

Late 20th Century American Modernist Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Gold Plate

1960's Rare Black Caviar Beaded Cocktail Dress Size Large
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This spectacular cocktail dress is circa 1960's and is beautifully beaded. There is a center back
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1960s Unknown Rare Vintage Beads

Italian Murano Fruit Colored Balls Crystal Beaded Sconces, circa 1930 RARE
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing 3 lights each, sitting in rare crystal bobeches. Double beaded with florets throughout
Category

1930s Italian Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Crystal

DOLCE & GABBANA SS 91 Rare and Iconic Long Sleeve Beaded Top
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Milano, MILANO
Spring Summer 1991 rare and iconic long sleeve beaded top by Dolce & Gabbana. Hook closure on the
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1990s Rare Vintage Beads

Italian Micro-Beaded Aqua Blue Prisms Crystal Murano Chandelier Rare c1940
Located in Firenze, Toscana
prisms. Plate on bottom with matching Murano glass ball as finial. Macaroni bead swags and micro
Category

1940s Italian Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Crystal

Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African
Category

Mid-20th Century South African Folk Art Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
H 35.75 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in
Beaded Ndebele Fertility Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African
Category

20th Century South African Folk Art Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Beaded Ndebele Fertility Doll
Beaded Ndebele Fertility Doll
H 7.25 in W 4.25 in D 3.25 in
Beaded Ndebele Fertility Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African
Category

20th Century South African Folk Art Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Beaded Ndebele Fertility Doll
Beaded Ndebele Fertility Doll
H 8.25 in W 4.75 in D 3.5 in
Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African
Category

Late 20th Century South African Folk Art Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
H 10 in W 5 in D 4 in
Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African
Category

Mid-20th Century South African Folk Art Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Wood

Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll
Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll
H 16.5 in W 6.5 in D 3.5 in
Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African
Category

Mid-20th Century South African Folk Art Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Wood

Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll
Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll
H 14.5 in W 5 in D 3.25 in
Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African
Category

Mid-20th Century South African Folk Art Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
H 16.75 in W 6.5 in D 4.25 in
Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African
Category

Mid-20th Century South African Folk Art Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Wood

Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll
Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll
H 11.5 in W 3.75 in D 2.5 in
Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African
Category

Mid-20th Century South African Folk Art Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Wood

Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
H 15.5 in W 4.5 in D 2.5 in
Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African
Category

Mid-20th Century South African Folk Art Rare Vintage Beads

Materials

Cotton, Wood, Fabric

Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
H 36 in W 6.5 in D 5.5 in
rare GIANFRANCO FERRE Vintage cream beaded velvet double layered halter top IT42
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare GIANFRANCO FERRE Vintage cream beaded velvet double layered halter top IT42 M Reference: TGAS
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1990s Italian Rare Vintage Beads

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Rare Vintage Beads For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of rare vintage beads. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and silver. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 19th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of rare vintage beads to choose from, but Art Deco and modern rare vintage beads are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Chanel, Miriam Haskell and Aracheli Studio are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of pearl versions from the 113 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for bead rare vintage beads and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and old mine cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of rare vintage beads, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Rare Vintage Beads?

Prices for rare vintage beads can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $11 and can go as high as $1,575,000, while rare vintage beads, on average, fetch $1,800.
Questions About Rare Vintage Beads
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The easiest way to tell if a bead is glass or plastic is to feel it. Glass beads will be cooler to the touch, whereas plastic beads will be closer to room temperature and warm up quickly in your hands. Another test you can perform is to listen to the sound. Glass has a distinctive ring since it’s harder whereas plastic is softer and has a duller sound. Shop a range of vintage glass bead pieces on 1stDibs.