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Jewelry Type: Fashion Jewelry
Vintage Statement Cream Beaded Bib Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Vintage Statement Cream Beaded Bib Necklace is a striking and bold piece of jewelry that typically combines vintage charm with intricate, decorat...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Silver

Vintage Chanel 24k Gold Plated Pearl "C-h-a-n-e-l" Logo Charm Necklace Sautoir
Located in Studio City, CA
Ca. 1990, iconic and rare Chanel 24k gold plated "C-H-A-N-E-L" logo charm and pearl sautoir. Pearls have a warm tone. Necklace is in very good to excellent condition with scattered a...
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1990s French Beaded Necklaces

Rainbow Ombre Tourmaline 14k Gold Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
A fluid spectrum of color, this handcrafted necklace is composed of natural micro-faceted tourmaline beads arranged in a seamless ombré gradient—from inky blacks and deep greens to w...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Tourmaline, 14k Gold

Large Sleeping Beauty and Sapphire Beaded 14K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
Meticulously silk-knotted precious gemstones that combine beautifully in this vibrant aqua-blue ombre necklace. Each gem is carefully separated with a knot and moves beautifully arou...
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2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Triple Strand Faux Pearl Necklace Gold Geometric Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Triple-Strand Pearl Necklace Oversized Faux Pearls, Gold Geometric Clasp Description A glamorous and iconic Kenneth Jay Lane triple-strand pearl necklace featu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl

Pearl necklace with black bakelite
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
UNKNOWN - Necklace composed of three black bakelite pearl rows and rhinestones. Not signed jewelry from the 1920s. Condition: Very good condition Dime...
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Vintage 1920s French Beaded Necklaces

Hematite and Cultured Pearl Hand Knotted Beads
Located in New York, NY
2 strands of Elegant Hematite and Cultured Pearl Hand Knotted Beads from the 1980's. Timeless colorations. 36" length each with 9 mm beads. 1980's USA.
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Vintage 1980s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Hematite, Cultured Pearl

Kenneth Lane Monumental White Stone Necklace
By Kenneth Lane
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Kenneth Lane Monumental White Stone Necklace is a striking, statement-making piece that combines large, bold white stones with the designer's signature luxurious aesthetic. The use...
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Late 20th Century Regency Beaded Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Mid-Century 12K Gold-Filled Brooch with Natural Baltic Amber Pear Figural Pin
Located in Milford, DE
This exquisite mid-century brooch features a large, hand-carved natural Baltic amber pear set in a 12K gold-filled frame. The amber displays rich cognac-to-cherry tones with natural ...
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Gold-filled

Chanel 2013 Long Grey and White Bead Logo Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL long grey and white bead necklace featuring three CC logos embellished with off-white enamel, different-sized faux pearls in a variety of ivory and grey colors strung on a rut...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces

Lester Joy Les Bernard huge iridescent glass beaded collar necklace 1970s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lester Joy of Les Bernard huge textured iridescent glass beaded collar necklace...This necklace is marked Joy, designed by Lester Joy, the Les of Les Bernar...
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20th Century American Beaded Necklaces

Chanel Faux Pearl Blue Sripes CC logos Necklace, Resort 2019
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL faux white pearl necklace featuring four pearls and two pale textured gold toned CC logo embellished with blue stripes. CHANEL 2019 Resort C...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

1984 Chanel Ivory Long Irregular Faux Pearls Sautoir Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel Ivory long irregular faux-pearls sautoir necklace featuring a long length, large irregular faux-pearls, a gold-tone logo medal plaque with signature. Circa 1984 . Made in Fra...
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Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces

CHANEL Vintage Pearl Crystal Sautoir Necklace, 1983
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage faux pearl sautoir necklace alterning with gold toned round links embellished with clear crystals. The color of the faux pearl is close to light gold, to our opinion....
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20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Vintage gold tone black glass beads rhinestones cluster unique necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold plated with crystals and glass beads • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of we...
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

CHANEL SAUTOIR consisting of gradient anthracite-colored baroque pearls, 1981
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Vintage Chanel Sautoir (Made in France) consisting of gradient anthracite-colored baroque pearls, signed 1981. No closure. Chanel tac signed 'Chanel 1981' . Very good condition! No ...
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl

Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Get your pearls, darling! Feel your best with freshwater pearls draped on your neck. Don't miss the great details of this necklace as it has a three-pearl pendant with four diamonds and delicate leaf detailing clip that is 14K white gold. Pair with your Christian Dior slingback heels...
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl

Vendome Turquoise and Aurora Necklace Set
Located in New York, NY
Vendome Turquoise and Aurora Necklace Set from the 1950's. Unusual turquoise glass beads of various shapes strung with aurora crystals. The large cubes are sewn with cut steel beads ...
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Vintage 1950s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Silver Plate

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Jewelled CC Silver Tone Chain Necklace, 2018
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL silver tone double chain necklace featuring a CC logo embellished with clear crystals, crystals and glass beads. Adjustable lobster clasp closure. Laser engraving CHANEL A18...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces

LB offers Bakelite Faceted Quartz Tibetan Amber Carnelian Sterling Necklace
By Lorraines Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux had on offer a one of a kind, Handmade Beaded Necklace. A centerpiece of vintage French ‘Amber’ Bakelite curved bead, Rose colored and Golden colored large faceted ...
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Late 20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Carnelian, Quartz, Sterling Silver, Steel

Natural Raw Larimar Nugget Necklace Hand-Cut Dominican Stones Caribbean
Located in Milford, DE
A striking handcrafted necklace composed of natural raw larimar nuggets, each stone individually cut and polished only enough to preserve its organic geometry. The palette moves thro...
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Mid-20th Century Dominican Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Larimar, Sterling Silver

Large Antique Tibetan Himalayan Carnelian Bead Necklace, Hand-Cut Banded Agate
Located in Milford, DE
A striking strand of large antique Tibetan–Himalayan carnelian beads, each one individually hand-cut and polished from natural banded agate. These beads display the unmistakable char...
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Antique Early 19th Century Tibetan Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Carnelian, Sterling Silver

Heidi Daus "invitation Only" Art Deco Jeweled Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning elevated Heidi Daus crystal collar necklace. Wide collar necklace features 3 tapered section of bezel-set, multi shaped crystals in cl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Curb Link Chain ID Logo Necklace, Spring 2015
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD ruthenium tone curb link chain necklace featuring an ID tag embossed CHANEL. Lobster clasp closure. Laser mark CHANEL B15 P Made in Italy. Indicative meas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces

1970s Matte Robin s Egg Blue Turquoise Oval Bead Necklace
Located in Maywood, NJ
The pastel shades of turquoise have endeared it to many great cultures of antiquity: it has adorned the rulers of Ancient Egypt, the Aztecs (and possibly other Pre-Columbian Mesoamer...
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Vintage 1970s Southeast Asian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise

Vintage gold tone green aurora crystal beaded glass designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with crystal glass beads • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • up to 18" long CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal sig...
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Apatite Beaded Necklace with a 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ball Clasp
Located in Arnhem, NL
A vintage beaded necklace made of genuine faceted round apatite beads (5 mm) in vivid blue. The necklace features a 14 karat yellow gold ball lock (13 mm). The weight of the necklac...
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20th Century Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Apatite, Yellow Gold

1980s Gianni Versace Oversized Black Lacquer Bead Chain Necklace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful black beaded Gianni Versace necklace, designed by Gianni Versace. From the late 1980s, this necklace features a strand of larg...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Beaded Necklaces

AJD 17 Inch Lustrous Blue Kyanite Necklace Perfect Gift
Located in Raleigh, NC
This exquisite 17-inch necklace is a stunning blend of elegance and earthy charm, perfect for adding a touch of sophistication to your fall wardrobe. It features lustrous, round blue...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Kyanite, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Vintage marked sterling silver molded glass faux coral beaded necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • marked STERLING • molded glass beads with sterling clasp • vintage necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 5...
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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

MOSCHINO Vintage Multi Buckle Novelty Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage necklace featuring buckle links. Silver tone and gold tone hardware. Antiqued patina. The antiqued/black patina is from original manufacturing. T-bar and toggle c...
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20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Rock Crystal and Poured Glass Bead Necklace, MWLC
Located in New York, NY
Striking Rock Crystal necklace with Chinoiserie overtones in genuine crackled rock crystal and ruby poured glass with Swarovski crystal focal stone. Signed MWLC, Made in the Parisi...
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2010s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Rock Crystal, Bronze

Ancient Himalayan Agate Bead Necklace 2000+ Years Old Large Round Celadon
Located in Milford, DE
A rare and museum-grade necklace composed of exceptionally large ancient Himalayan agate beads, each hand-carved between 100 BCE – 200 CE in the Tibetan–Himalayan cultural sphere. Th...
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Antique Early 19th Century Tibetan Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Sterling Silver

Vintage aurora pink graduated beaded crystal designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • crystal beads • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • 16" long CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 52 ❤️❤️ ...
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Jean Louis Scherrer Vintage Amber and Jet black Glass Beads Cluster Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER gorgeous vintage amber and jet black glass beads cluster necklace. Marked SCHERRER Paris. JEWELRY CONDITION CHART - New or ...
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20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

Vintage Short Green Necklace with Golden Metal
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Short golden metal necklace with glass paste and costume pearls. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: from 45 m to 50 cm Seller Reference: BC261
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Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces

Couture 1930s ElsaSchiaparelliShockingPink FauxRubyGoldGlassBeads Tassel Sautoir
Located in Chicago, IL
Elsa Schiaparelli famously embraced "shocking pink" for her Surrealist-aesthetic couture clothing and handcrafted costume jewelry, which she commissioned from Parisian paruriers beginning in the late 1920s--when some of the most expensive gems were fuchsia Burmese rubies. In this antique glass-beaded sautoir tassel necklace, 37 unusual fuchsia faux-pearls are each delicately caged like hot-air balloons by seven textural strands of faux-pearl-and-gold seed beads. These spherical stations are spaced by lustrous white medium-size faux pearls, ending in a four-strand seed-bead tassel that cages four of the fuchsia beads. The beads are strung on bright magenta silk cord without a clasp. Sautoirs were an essential element of flapper style since Schiaparelli's couture-mentor Paul Poiret changed the silhouette of clothing in the 1920s, while the long necklaces remained popular until wartime 1939. To compete with her rival couturier Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel, Schiaparelli (1890-1973) relied on the same French glassmakers, Maison Gripoix and Louis Rousselet--the masters of faux pearls at the time who added organic-ingredient coatings to their handmade glass beads. Either glass workshop that was established by the 1920s could have been commissioned to make the progressive hot-pink pearls for this unsigned necklace that dates to the Art-Deco period. The design of this highly-textural tricolor sautoir featuring fuchsia spheres could suit the style of one of Schiaparelli's most frequent paruriers through the 1930s, Jean Clement. Some of his relevant unsigned work for Schiaparelli is in museum collections like The Met, including highly-textural tricolor sphere-decorated buttons/brooches and a fuchsia-toned metal-rosebud bead necklace. After Schiaparelli had become associated with fuchsia, she made particularly prolific use of this bright magenta in the late 1930s. In her demi-couture collections such as "Circus" and "Comedia dell' Arte" (see our 3 photos), fuchsia jackets are adorned with similar colorful spherical glass beads among embroidered appliques and animal/clown brooches, as well as whimsical painted-ceramic buttons...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold

Oscar de la Renta Gilded Strawberry Vine Statement Necklace w Red Crystal Pavé
Located in Milford, DE
This exquisite Oscar de la Renta statement necklace showcases the designer’s signature blend of bold femininity and sculptural botanical motifs. The piece features a beautifully arti...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Crystal, Gold Plate

Chanel CC Double Glass Pearls Chain Long Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2466 Comes With Box Only Model CC Collection Metal Gilt Weight approx 29 g Condition Excellent __________________________________ If you are interested in any of our previousl...
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2010s French Necklace Enhancers

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Vintage Large Pearls and Green and Purple Crystal Bead Gold Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
STUNNING Chanel Vintage Gold Necklace with Large Pearls & Green and Purple Crystal Beads in good condition. Gold link chain necklace with large round pearl beads that feature matte g...
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Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces

Carolee Thick Vermeil Gilded Gold with "Pearl" Accent Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Carolee's wonderful thick vermeil finished gilded gold hardware necklace is accented is thick pearls, eight in all. The total length measures 49", width is 7/8", depth is 1...
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Vintage 1980s American Beaded Necklaces

Opulent Glass Beaded Multi Strand Statement Necklace c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Opulent glass beaded multi strand statement necklace c 1980s The elegant six strand necklace is comprised of smooth pinkish red smooth glass translucent elongated beads The ends t...
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

1970s Guillemette L’Hoir Paris Bakelite Sculptural Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
1970s necklace from none other than Guillemette L'Hoir Paris- designer of avant-garde art inspired jewelry made from Galalith. This piece is made out of a taupe and magenta bakelite...
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Vintage 1970s French Artist Beaded Necklaces

Genuine Burma Ruby Handcarved Tourmaline Charm Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
Add a mesmerizing touch to any outfit with this tourmaline beaded necklace in 14K solid yellow gold. This handmade necklace is made with gold beads, tourmaline charms, sparkling gems...
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2010s Malagasy Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Ruby, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

Philippe Ferrandis Necklace Bronze Gripoix Glass Amber Stone 1990s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Phillippe Ferrandis Multi Stone Bronze Runway necklace. Massive Oval Pendant hangs from a chain made up of Large stones with Glass embedded into the pendant. Truly Stunning. Truly a ...
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1990s French Drop Necklaces

Louis Rousselet Pastel Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Louis Rousselet pastel 3 strand pate de verre bead necklace. Composed of rose quartz, amythest, and aquamarine pate de verre Gripoix glass handmade beads. Finely hand wire wrapped a...
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Vintage 1950s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Chanel necklace Haute Couture in Red Glass Pearls with Dark Golden Metal
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Dark-golden metal necklace with red glass pearls holding a costume pearl and a glass paste drop. Jewelry from the Coco era, seen on Coco Chanel. Not signed. Additional info...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Dominique Aurientis French Hand Painted Beaded Necklace New, Never Worn 1980s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Another stunning creation by Parisian Artisan Dominique Aurientis. We have the Necklace, Bracelet, Earrings which are All listed, Just Stunning. Necklace Measures 17 inches. Dominiqu...
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Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Christian Lacroix Vintage Runway Black Glass Beads Gold Toned Balls Bib Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage runway bib necklace featuring graduated black glass beads and textured gold toned balls. Lobster clasp closure. Embossed ...
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20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Sapphire and Emerald Beaded Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A sparkling unique 20 inch multi gemstone necklace, featured vibrand colours such as green, yellow and reds. The size can be customized, please ask us before placing your order. This beauty contains facetted sparkling pure gemstones such as; • Chrysoprase • Emerald • Tourmaline • Birma Ruby • Sapphire • Tanzanite • Citrine • Lemon Quartz • Apatite • Ethiopian fire opals • Sunstone • Strawberry quartz • Bio tourmaline • Garnet • Imperial topaz. ** And many many more! this necklaces comes with a gemstone card with all stones included. Furthermore this necklace features: • Sparkling pure gemstones in various shapes and sizes • Hand knotted on red thread • 14k solid gold beads...
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2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, 14k Gold

1950s French Carnelian Beaded 18k Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Carnelian Gemstone Beaded 18k Gold Chain Necklace is a striking and versatile accessory that radiates warmth and sophistication. Th...
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Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces

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Carnelian, 18k Gold

Tanzanite Beaded Necklace Choker with 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Arnhem, NL
A vintage natural tanzanite beaded necklace / choker. The necklace closes with a 14 karat yellow gold ball lock. The closure is marked with 585 and JkA that stands for 14 karat gold...
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Late 20th Century Dutch Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Tanzanite, Yellow Gold

Rainbow Sapphire Pearl Whisper Necklace
Located in Boostedt, SH
Delicate yet dazzling, this 40 cm (15.7 in) necklace features a strand of petite AAA-grade freshwater pearls, each chosen for its luminous sheen and flawless surface. Interspersed w...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Silver

Trifari Vintage Black/Gold Ball Double Layered Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your accessory collection with this Vintage Black/Gold Ball Double Layered Necklace. Featuring two delicate layers, it combines striking gold and black spheres for a sophisti...
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Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces

Pre-Columbian Style Sinu Tumbaga Toucan Tooth Gemstone Necklace Bracelet Earring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This incredible Pre-Columbian Style jewelry suite comes from the estate of a Miami Socialite. She was famous for her dramatic gala outfits. This set is gilt base metal with aventur...
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gilt Metal

CAROLEE signed gold tone pearls choker designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CAROLEE • gold tone with glass beads • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 51 ❤...
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Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces

AJD Summer Fun Creamy White Bamboo Coral And Sleeping Beauty Accents Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Radiate summery elegance with this stunning 23-inch handcrafted necklace, a captivating blend of natural charm and artisan detail. At its heart are creamy white bamboo coral nuggets...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

NIB Handcrafted Smoky Quartz and Agate Sterling Silver Floral Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning statement piece handcrafted in rich colors of orange agate flowers accented with turquoise and smoky quartz centers. Each beaded strand graduates longer than the next, and features stations of multishaped smoky quartz, orange agate, red glass and dyed brown freshwater pearls. Smoky quartz rondelles complete the end of each strand. Scrolled sterling silver cone...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

1960s Navajo Turquoise Shell Beaded Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 1960s Navajo Turquoise Shell Beaded Necklace, a timeless vintage piece that captures the rich tradition and craftsmanship of Navajo...
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Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise

Chanel Costume Pearl Necklace, 1990s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Costume pearl necklace with a golden metal medallion and glass paste cabochons. 2cc9 Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dim...
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20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

Shop Costume Jewelry: Beaded Necklaces for Sale on 1stDibs

Whether they’re chunky, statement-making accessories or a single strand of the understated sort, fashion beaded necklaces are versatile pieces of costume jewelry. Indeed, the vintage beaded necklaces in your jewelry box likely go with everything, from casual summer tops and shorts to dazzling evening gowns.

Costume jewelry, which is also called fashion jewelry, is designed to accessorize with current fashions and is typically made with inexpensive materials. In the realm of fine jewelry, beaded necklaces originating during the Art Deco era might feature double rows of jade — this period encompasses the 1920s and ’30s and ushered in a very distinct look in jewelry design — whereas accessories in the collection of fashion jewelry on 1stDibs are more often made with glass beads or moonstone.

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.

When it comes to fashion necklaces, 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.

Shop fashion beaded necklaces and other vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.

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