Turquoise Bead Necklace
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
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Coral, Opal, Turquoise Matrix, Silver
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Turquoise, Silver
Late 20th Century Botswanan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pyrite, Turquoise, Rock Crystal, Crystal, Agate, Sterling Silver
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Sapphire, Emerald, Opal, Turquoise, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold,...
Vintage 1950s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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Lapis Lazuli, Topaz, Turquoise, Blue Topaz, Vermeil, Gilt Metal
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Emerald, Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Turquoise
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Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
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Agate, Crystal, Jade, Quartz, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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Marcasite, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Moonstone, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Sil...
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Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Turquoise
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Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
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Rock Crystal, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Native American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Animal Sculptures
Terracotta
2010s American Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Native American Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
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Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Turquoise, Silver
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Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Contemporary Necklaces
Turquoise Matrix, Turquoise, Brass, Bronze
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Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s American Native American Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
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Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Mixed Metal
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Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold
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Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Coral, Quartz, Turquoise, Gold Plate
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Hematite, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
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The Legacy of Turquoise in Jewelry Design
The thought of vintage and antique turquoise jewelry often conjures up images of striking Navajo bracelets and necklaces worn with a denim shirt and cowboy boots. This all-American look has been celebrated by fashion designers like Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger on their runways and in ad campaigns. In the October 2016 issue of Vogue magazine, Tom Ford said he only wears turquoise jewelry at his Santa Fe ranch. So what is it about this gorgeous blue-green stone that makes us wish that we were born in December?
It’s not surprising that turquoise is abundant in New Mexico and Arizona because, according to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), it needs to be in “dry and barren regions where acidic, copper-rich groundwater seeps downward and reacts with minerals that contain phosphorus and aluminum.
Turquoise is not found in a single crystal but is a combination of microcrystals. Its appearance, waxy and opaque, is attributed to its structure and composition. “It’s an aggregate of microscopic crystals that form a solid mass. If the crystals are packed closely together, the material is less porous, so it has a finer texture. Fine-textured turquoise has an attractive, waxy luster when it’s polished. Turquoise with a less-dense crystal structure has higher porosity and coarser texture, resulting in a dull luster when it’s polished,” notes the GIA. Since no one wants to set a dull piece of turquoise, porous turquoise is often treated to make the stone more attractive.
In the United States, there have been discoveries of turquoise from 200 B.C. It is not just loose turquoise stones that have been found, but entire suites of jewelry from prehistoric times. In the late 19th-century, the Navajo Indians, who learned silversmithing from the Spanish, started to make beads out of turquoise and eventually combined it with silver around the 1880s. Initially this jewelry was for ceremonial purposes, but it became fashionable once the tourism in the Southwest picked up in the beginning of the 20th century.
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Finding the Right Beaded-necklaces for You
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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- What is a Samoan bead necklace?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023A Samoan bead necklace is a type of jewelry produced by the Indigenous people of Samoa, an island nation located in the Pacific Ocean. Also called ula, the necklace features natural materials like leaves, flowers, seeds, fruits, shells and whale's teeth. Visitors arriving in Samoa are often presented with ula necklaces as a sign of welcome. Explore a variety of bead necklaces on 1stDibs.
- What do amber bead necklaces do?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Amber bead necklaces are believed to reduce inflammation and provide pain relief. Amber is a fossilized tree resin that contains succinic acid. Many believe that when amber is heated against the body, it releases the acid onto the skin where it is absorbed, providing a boost to the body’s immune system. Find an assortment of amber bead necklaces on 1stDibs.
- Why do guys wear bead necklaces?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Why guys wear bead necklaces varies. Bead necklaces may represent a person's cultural heritage, as many artisans from Africa and North American Indigenous tribes produce intricate handmade bead necklaces. In addition, bead necklaces have become associated with certain fashion styles, including surfer and boho. Men may also wear bead necklaces because they like their appearance. Find a large selection of bead necklaces on 1stDibs.
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