Multi-Strand Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Labradorite, Crystal, Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s American Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Moonstone, Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, Gold-filled, 14k Gold
2010s Finnish Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Tanzanite, Silver
Late 20th Century American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal, Silver, Silver Plate
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, Cultured Pearl
Early 2000s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
1990s Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Labradorite, Sterling Silver
1970s Contemporary Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Jade, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Modern Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Silver Plate
2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
1980s French Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal, Gold, Gold Plate
1970s Italian Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Romantic Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
2010s American Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Tiger s Eye, Brass
1990s French Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Silver Plate
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s American Native American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold-filled
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1990s Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
1980s American Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
1950s French Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amber, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Onyx, Sterling Silver
1970s German Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal, Cut Steel
1960s Italian Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Gold Plate
1990s French Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold
1990s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s German Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Jade, Gold-filled
1940s American Artisan Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Enamel, Gilt Metal
1950s German Modern Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold, Gilt Metal, Mixed Metal
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
Early 20th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s American Regency Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Gold-filled
1960s Vintage Multi-Strand Necklaces
1990s Japanese Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Shop Vintage Diamond Multistrand Necklaces, Pearl Multistrand Necklaces and Other Jewelry
Vintage multistrand necklaces add glamour to any outfit and are easy to accessorize with.
One of the oldest known forms of jewelry is the necklace; evidence includes shell beads dating back at least 142,000 years. Multistrand necklaces appeared early in this history, with archaeologists identifying examples from ancient Mesopotamia.
One popular style of multistrand necklace is the torsade necklace, with “torsade” coming from the French word for twist or cable. These necklaces are made by twisting several strands of beads, pearls or other material together and securing them with a clasp. The hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, while Ciner helped popularize the torsade necklace in the 1980s with strands of glass beads often held by animal-head clasps.
The bayadère necklace, also known as the rope necklace, is similar but has only a few strands of pearls or beads that are twisted or braided together. It was particularly popular at the turn of the 20th century, including as a gift for bridesmaids. Sometimes the beads or pearls match; other times, they are multicolored, with accents such as a single tassel or pendant. Another version is the choker-style dog-collar necklace, a multistrand necklace usually between 16 to 18 inches long.
In all of these variations, a multistrand necklace offers a touch of sophistication for your look, from everyday wear to the red carpet. Explore 1stDibs for multistrand necklaces in a range of lengths, styles and materials.










