Fashion Jewelry Multi-Strand Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Japanese Baroque Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Silver, Mixed Metal, Gold
Vintage 1960s German Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
Early 2000s Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl
Vintage 1980s French Baroque Pendant Necklaces
Gold Plate
1990s Choker Necklaces
Crystal
Vintage 1940s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold, Base Metal, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Agate, Onyx, Silver
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1980s French Baroque Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Silver
Vintage 1960s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal, Cut Steel
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Early 2000s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
20th Century French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Agate, Hematite, Gold-filled
Vintage 1950s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Early 2000s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1950s Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Moonstone, Opal, Rainbow Moonstone
Early 20th Century Indian Empire Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold, Silver
Vintage 1950s American Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s German Early Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s Unknown Romantic Multi-Strand Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1960s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
2010s French Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Mixed Metal, Other
Vintage 1960s Unknown Modernist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Kyanite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Charoite, Vermeil
Mid-20th Century American Baroque Revival Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Crystal, Silver, Base Metal
Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Gold
Vintage 1950s Choker Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1970s American Baroque Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1970s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces
1990s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces
Coral
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1950s German Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold, Gilt Metal, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1980s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s French Baroque Choker Necklaces
Base Metal
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Brass
1990s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1960s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Late 20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl
20th Century French Chain Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Shop Vintage Fashion Multistrand Necklaces and Other Costume Jewelry on 1stDibs
Necklaces are a jewelry-box essential, and vintage fashion multistrand necklaces — in any variation — offer a touch of sophistication for your look, from everyday wear to the red carpet.
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. 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.
Vintage multistrand necklaces add glamour to any outfit and are easy to accessorize with. One style 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.
Costume jewelry, which is also called fashion jewelry, is designed to accessorize with current fashions and is typically made with inexpensive materials. Whether you’re seeking a provocative fashion multistrand necklace or a similar piece from the fine jewelry collection on 1stDibs that exudes elegance and grace, the offerings here present something for everyone.
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.
Explore 1stDibs for vintage fashion multistrand necklaces in a range of lengths, styles and materials.