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Beaded Necklaces For Sale
Beaded Lapis Lazuli Princess Necklace -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is a testament to boldness and uniqueness, inviting you to embrace the refined elegance it exudes. Feel its transformative presence envelop you in an aura of exceptiona...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Necklace with amozonite with enamel and diamonds 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold clasp set with decorated with red, green and blue enamel and set with brilliant cut diamond up to 0.05ct - F/G - VS/SI - on an amazonite bead necklace with gold piece...
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2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Blue Sponge Quartz Necklace, Huge Quartz Round Beads 24 mm
Located in Chesterland, OH
Introducing our unique Blue Sponge Quartz Necklace. The length of the necklace is 18 inches (45.7 cm). Each bead in this necklace is crafted from massive, smooth, round quartz, measu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Quartz, Sterling Silver

Chanel 5 Silver CC Crystal Faux Pearl Long Necklace
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel 5 Silver CC Crystal Faux Pearl Long Necklace * Marked 13 * Made in France -It is approximately 42" long. -The large pendant is approximately 0.9" x 0.65". -The crystals are ...
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2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Syna Ethiopian Opal Peridot Yellow Gold Bead Necklace
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold 36 inch graduating length Ethiopian Opal 146 carats approx. Peridot 145 carats approx. 18kyg roundels 18kyg toggle clasp Strung on silk Limited editi...
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pueblo Chief s Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Native American Pueblo Indian Chief's necklace. Circa 1900 – 1920. Handmade discs of turquoise, onyx, bloodstone and more. The center discs are interspersed with small turquoise nugg...
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Early 20th Century American Beaded Necklaces

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Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Rare 15-20mm South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rare 15-20mm South Sea Pearl Necklace Range: 15mm - 20mm Clasp: 14.5mm Length: 17.5 inches
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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South Sea Pearl

Top Quality 387.70 Carats Peridot Plain Tumbled Natural Gemstone Necklace
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Top Quality Peridot Plain Tumbled Natural Gemstone Necklace Size : 6x7 To 13x10 Beads Weight : 387.70 Carats Strand - 2 Line
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces

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Peridot

14k Yellow Gold Bead Necklace
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Material: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 9.4 grams Length: 19 inches Bead diameter: 7.1 mm Great for layering with your favorite chains or to wear on its own. Some beads have slight small ...
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Floating Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat yellow gold chain necklace featuring 3 drilled round cut rubies weighing 1.56 carats. Dimensions: L x 18.11 in / L x 45cm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces

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Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Almond Blossoms Petal Pearl Necklace - By Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Feel the radiance of confidence and the embrace of unparalleled uniqueness with this delicate piece, as it becomes a testament to your luminous spirit and extraordinary presence. Ins...
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2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass, 22k Gold

AJD 17 Inch Faceted Rondelles of Green Chrome Diopside Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Sparkling Green Chrome Diopside Necklace – 8-10mm Opaque Gems with Gold-Plated Accents, Toggle Clasp (17-18 inches) For those who love vibran...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Other, Gold Plate

Natural Myanmar Icy Type Jade Beaded Long Necklace, 108 beads
Located in Kowloon, HK
Elevate your style with our exquisite jade beaded necklace, featuring a captivating mix of faceted and round icy-type jade beads. Crafted with care, it is designed to be both durable...
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2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Jade

Pink Rainbow Sapphire and Emerald Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
This vibrand hand made rainbow gemstone necklace includes polished bright multi-colored gemstones, such as: • Pink Sapphire • Ruby • Peruv...
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2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Sapphire, Emerald, Opal, Turquoise, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold,...

South Sea Pearl Tahitian Diamond Lariat Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White gold chain featuring two Pearls, one South Sea & one Tahitian measuring 12-13 MM with 31 round brilliants weighing 0.31 carats. 18 inch chain Tassel 5/8 X 13/16
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto 8mm Golden Akoya Pearl Necklace 17" Strand Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant Mikimoto cultured Akoya pearl necklace finished with a 18k yellow gold clasp (circa 2003). 8mm cultured Akoya pearls are individually knotted. The pearls are lustrous and s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tahitian South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Tahitian South Sea Pearl Necklace ranging in size from 11 mm to 16 mm Total pearls: 35 Total weight: ct 477 Total weight with tufts: 100 grams Necklace w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polynesian Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Black Pearl

Antique Edwardian Silver Pearl Lavaliere Necklace 1910s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An delicate and elegant Antique Silver Pearl Lavaliere Necklace from the Edwardian era. Crafted in sterling silver with round and teardrop pearls. An unsigned beauty. A rare treasure...
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1910s Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Fantastic Bochic “Capri” Blue White Opal, Ruby Necklace set 22K Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Multi Natural Gem Necklace Natural Ruby, Colors - Red, Pink - 35 Carats Shape - Oval shape Ethiopian White Opal and Australian Blue Opal - 34 Carats Shape - oval shape Shape - large pear shape at the drop Set in 22K Gold and Silver This Necklace is the perfect Day to night, swim wear to evening wear. Perfect with a caftan, care free Elegant, chic and understated Chain can be adjusted to wear in different lengths. When you purchase the Bochic "Capri" Opal & Multi Fancy Necklace, it comes with a certificate, an appraisal, and a Bochic Red Champagne...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Beaded Necklaces

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Opal, Ruby, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Natural Mediterranean Red Coral Branches 925 Silver Reaf Handmade Necklace
Located in Milano, IT
Astonishing necklace it is made of individual branches of natural coral that have been polished and drilled for stringing. Deep, rich, red coral from the Medditerranean is featured i...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Silver

Russian Amazonite Knotted Necklace with Amazonite Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
The Charm of Russian Amazonite – A Rare Gift of Nature. This exquisite necklace, measuring 18 inches (45.7 cm) in length, is composed of smooth, round beads with a diameter of 13 mm...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Amazonite, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

AJD 27 Inch Peachy Pearl Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Chic 27-Inch Peachy Freshwater Pearl Necklace – A Wardrobe Essential Add a touch of elegance to your look with this lovely 27-inch freshwater pearl necklace. Featuring slightly grad...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Mixed Metal

AJD 27 Inch Peachy Pearl Necklace
AJD 27 Inch Peachy Pearl Necklace
$230 Sale Price
20% Off
Coral Flower Pearl Necklace 14 Karat Gold 4 Strand Torsade Hand Carved 32 Inch
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique salmon colored Coral and Pearl four strand torsade necklace with a beautiful hand carved Coral clasp with a design of a f...
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20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edouard Rambaud Paris Bi-Color Ceramic Pearl Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This rare Edouard Rambaud Paris ceramic choker necklace features a romantic-inspired design with large ceramic beads in assorted white and pink salmon colors ornamented with gilt pai...
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1990s French Romantic Beaded Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

AJD 20 Inch Flashing, Sparkling Multi Color Beryl Briolette Necklace for March
Located in Raleigh, NC
20-Inch Multi-Color Beryl Necklace – Sparkling Aquamarine and Morganite Briolette Design This stunning 20-inch necklace features a captivating array of multi-colored sparkling briol...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Beryl, Silver, Mixed Metal

Cartier Gold 18 Karat Rose Paris Nouvelle Vague Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier 18k Rose Gold Paris Nouvelle Vague Diamond Necklace is a sophisticated and stylish piece that showcases Cartier's renowned craftsmanship. Weighing a total of 41.5 gram...
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2010s French Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Brown Rhodochrosite Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
The length of the necklace is 23 inches (58cm). The size of the smooth round beads varies from 6.5 to 8.5 mm. Natural light brown rhodochrosite. Authentic, natural color not treated in any way. Superior higher grade! Beautiful, interesting peachy caramel matrix in these natural beauties! The necklace is fastened with a very comfortable sterling silver gold plate clasp. This necklace alternates beads of rhodochrosite with 2 mm tiny 14K gold plate beads. The weight of the necklace is 50 grams. Rhodochrosite is extremely rare as a well-formed crystals. One of the few locations in the world where they are found is the Sweet Home Mine...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Rhodocrosite, Gold Plate

Millefiori Murano Glass Bead Necklace with Barrel Clasp
Located in London, GB
Millefiori murano glass bead necklace on red knotted thread, with gold tone caps and a barrel clasp. The lovely colourful beads are hand mad...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces

Vintage Cultured Akoya Pearl Necklace Length 17" , 18 Karat White Gold Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cultured Akoya Pearl Necklace Length 17" , 18 Karat White Gold Clasp Nice Akoya cultured pearls . This strand is strung securely on a hand-knotted silk thread. This marvelo...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Mediterranean GIA Red Coral Gold 14 Karat Beaded Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
Barrel shaped Natural Mediterranean Red Coral beads that graduate in size. Gold Beads scattered between the coral beads. GIA Identification report No. 2181344681, Reddish Orange Natu...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 14k Gold, Gold

Pink Malaysian Jade Necklace -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Embrace the gentle power of femininity with this pink Malaysian jade necklace. Its soft hue will envelop you in a sense of nurturing love and self-compassion, reminding you of your i...
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2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Jade, Vermeil

Estate Lapis Lazuli White Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A regal 22 inch giant royal blue Lapis Lazuli necklace with extremely rare and finest quality Lapis in an exceptional large size, chape and very rare enchanting color. The beads are ...
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2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold

Button Pearl Sterling Silver Open Link Chain Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
A fresh summer look, lustrous natural AA white off round button pearls integrated with lengthy, shimmering open link sterling silver chain create this stunning necklace. Measuring 32...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Sterling Silver

Vintage Mikimoto Blue Lagoon 14K Yellow Gold Pearl Beaded Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Crafted by Mikimoto, this elegant pearl necklace features lustrous, perfectly matched pearls, expertly strung and secured with a 14k yellow gold ribbed clasp. The "BL" hallmark signi...
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Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hakimoto 16x13mm Natural color Golden South Sea Pearl Necklace 18K Diamond Clasp
Located in Hicksville, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Suggested Retail Price $80,000 27 Golden 13x16mm South Sea Pearl Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Clasp 16.5"...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

300ct Fine Emerald Beads 5 Line Necklace with 14 kt Yellow Gold Clasp Adjustable
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 300 Carat very fine Emerald Beads 5 Line Necklace With 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp Adjustable with multiple links This spectacular Necklace consisting of approximately 200 Ct...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Knotted Strand Pearl Necklace 17 3/4" - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Cultured Pearls Diameter: 5mm Necklace Style: Knotted Strand Fastening Type: Fishhook Clasp Measurements Adjustable length: 17 3/...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Miriam Haskell Pearl Seashell Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell's signature freshwater pearl two strand necklace. The double strand faux pearl beads are separated with white pate de verre spacers. A center clasp of a nacre laquered...
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1940s American Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Victorian Amethyst and Gold Parure
Located in New York, NY
An English Victorian 18 karat gold and amethyst parure of a rivière necklace and drop earrings. The rivière features 20 deeply-colored oval amethysts o...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold

David Webb Carved Emerald and Ruby Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Carved Emerald and Ruby Bead Necklace A bold and elegant design by David Webb, this three-strand necklace is strung with rich ruby beads, accented by gold and pavé diamon...
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20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opera Length White Akoya Pearl Necklace
Located in Stuart, FL
Opera length white akoya pearl necklace. The length of this necklace is 30 inches, the width is 8-8.5 mm, and it has a total weight of 70.6 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl

Art Deco Frosted Crystal and Jet Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant French Art Deco Frosted Crystal and Jet Bead Necklace, French 1920's. Unusual frosted crystal striped beads are mixed with faceted crystal ro...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Elegant Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite necklace showcases 12–15 mm Baroque pearls, each with a unique organic shape and lustrous sheen. The irregular forms of the pearls create a sophisticated and contempor...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl

Vintage 14k Angel Skin Coral Necklace Hand Knotted Beaded Yellow Gold 16"
Located in Greer, SC
"Coral necklace has an oval clasp made in 14 karat yellow gold, stamped 14K. It is oval shaped, pierced, box style with a fold-over safety. Center is an oval prong set coral. One (1...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

22K Gold Beaded Necklace, India Mid-1900 s
Located in Nantucket, MA
A stunning 22K gold Indian beaded necklace with dramatic gold pendant spears made using the lost wax technique. The gold beads and pendants all have beautiful hand-tooled and granul...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Beaded Necklaces

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22k Gold

Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Hardware Graduated Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Tiffany & Co. necklace is crafted in sterling silver and features a strand of polished spherical beads that gradually increase in size toward the center, creating a refi...
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Silver Filigree And Mother Of Pearl Jewelry Set
Located in New York, NY
A vintage sterling silver filigree jewelry set with nacrous medallions. A total of four items including a pair of clip-on earrings, ne...
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Silver

Multicolored Moonstone Palais Royal Grand Tour Scent Bottle with Seal
Located in Colleyville, TX
Luna Necklace. During the Victorian Era, young American adults often spent a year abroad studying all that Europe had to offer, in order to broaden their horizons. This year of travel was often referred to as “The Grand Tour” and offered insights into the history of civilization, arts and music. Little tokens or souvenirs depicting their travels were a popular theme. This stunning Palais Royal Grand Tour scent bottle...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Beaded Necklaces

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Carnelian, Moonstone, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Sil...

Rarely seen-Sterling Silver Navaho Pearl / Saucer Beaded Necklace by Al Nez
Located in Troy, MI
Al Nez is an award-winning jeweler who draws inspiration from the rich heritage of his Navajo tradition. He has earned numerous awards at the Annual Intertribal...
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Malachite, Sterling Silver

AJD Elegant 45 Inch Black and White Pearl and Onyx Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Discover the beauty of this stunning Long White Coin Pearl and Black Onyx Necklace, a timeless piece that offers both elegance and versatility. You can wear it long or double it for a layered look. This handcrafted necklace features lustrous, iridescent White Coin Pearls, delicate White Square Pearls, and two sizes of polished, smooth Black Onyx stones. Silver spacers and a Sterling Silver nugget...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Onyx, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Jade Necklace Muted Tones Midcentury Certified Untreated 27"
Located in Northampton, MA
This approximately 27" necklace is composed of alternating 8.3mm natural and untreated jadeite jade beads from Burma and small 14K yellow gold beads. No clasp, just luminous, etherea...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Jade

Patricia Von Musulin Onyx and Lapis Beaded Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and extravagant Patricia Von Musulin Jet and Lapis Beaded Necklace from the 1990's. Strands of tiny faceted Onyx and Lapis beads are hand knotted and looped together in front...
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1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Sterling Silver

South Sea Pearl Strand Necklace
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
37 South Sea pearls, 10-14mm. White gold clasp with diamonds. Accommodated with an up to date appraisal by a GIA G.G. upon request. Please contact us with any questions. Item Numbe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

South Sea Pearl Strand Necklace
South Sea Pearl Strand Necklace
$4,572 Sale Price
20% Off
ICONIC Dior by John Galliano Statement CANNAGE Necklace Bracelet Set 2000s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Christian Dior Statement Cannage Necklace and Bracelet Set. An truly breathtaking work of wearable art from the Galliano era of the House. The Dior Cannage motif that grace...
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Early 2000s French Beaded Necklaces

Michael Kneebone Jadeite Archers Ring Mixed Bead Torsade Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
A jadeite archers ring is featured in this dynamic torsade necklace. The jadeite is a rich, modeled emerald green. It is well formed and polishe...
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Jade, Quartz, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Vermeil

DOROTA LASAK 22k gold fire opal beaded necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
22k gold opal beaded necklace DETAILS • 22k gold clasp • fire opal beads • hand knotted • stamped DOROTA LASAK 22k
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Fire Opal, 22k Gold

Natural GIA Red Coral Bead 19 Inch Strand Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This striking Natural Red Coral 68 Bead Necklace spans 22 inches around the neck or can be wrapped around your wrist for more flexible wear. These Natural coral beads measure from 1...
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1980s Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Gold

Chanel Short Four-row Pearl Necklace, 1996
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Short four-row necklace made of glass pearls assembled with knotw and a golden metal fastener. 1996 Fall-Winter Collection. Additional information: Conditi...
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1990s French Beaded Necklaces

Vtg Chanel Ornate Renaissance Pearl and Simulated Gemstone Statement Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Exquisite and hard to find (large) Chanel simulated gemstone necklace "sautoir", comprised out of alternating joint gilt metal "metal dore" beads, large simulated baroque pearls, green and red "pate de verre" poured glass Gripoix, and diamante rhinestones. The necklace is accented by a large red "poured glass" drop at the bottom. Made by Maison Goossens in a Renaissance manner for Chanel - signed Chanel 1983. This rare necklace is a fine example of 1980's Chanel fashion jewelry.
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1980s French Renaissance Vintage Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Yellow Gold Malachite Beaded Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Malachite Beaded Necklace. The necklace features forty-one round malachite beads and ten rondelle gold beads in a single strand. The malachite beads measure 10mm...
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1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Beaded Necklaces

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Malachite, Gold, 14k 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.

On 1stDibs, find a collection of pearl beaded necklaces, antique emerald beaded necklaces, diamond beaded necklaces and more.

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