Vintage 1950s Chunky Black Faceted Graduated Bead Statement Necklace – 24”

A striking vintage 1950s black beaded necklace featuring glossy faceted beads arranged in a beautifully graduated design. The beads begin smaller toward the neckline and gradually increase in size toward the center, creating a bold yet elegant silhouette.

Each jet-black bead features softly irregular faceting that catches the light beautifully, while petite gold-tone spacer beads add a subtle touch of warmth and contrast throughout the strand. At approximately 24 inches long, this necklace has a substantial statement look while remaining incredibly versatile.

A beautiful piece for collectors of mid-century costume jewelry and an easy way to add a dramatic vintage touch to dresses, blouses, knits, or eveningwear.

Era: Estimated 1950s
Style: Mid-century / chunky / graduated / statement necklace
Color: Black & gold tone
Length: Approximately 24”
Design: Single strand of graduated glossy faceted black beads with petite gold-tone spacers
Materials: Black decorative beads with gold-tone metal components; exact bead and metal composition have not been independently verified
Condition: Pre-owned vintage condition. Please carefully review all photographs for condition and signs of previous wear.

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This is a pre-owned vintage piece and has had a life before arriving at Edition Styles. Due to the age and pre-owned nature of vintage jewelry, pieces may show minor signs of previous wear, age, handling, or storage. This may include light surface wear, small scratches, patina, tarnishing, discoloration, finish or plating wear, oxidation, slight variations in texture, or other characteristics consistent with age.

We carefully inspect, photograph, and describe our vintage jewelry to the best of our ability. Any notable flaws observed during our inspection will be disclosed in the individual description and/or shown in the photographs. However, vintage jewelry is not new, and small or subtle signs of age and previous wear may be present.

Please carefully review all photographs before purchasing. Photographs are an important part of the item’s condition description and are provided so you can examine the overall appearance and details of the piece.

Unless specifically identified and stated in the individual listing, we do not guarantee exact metal composition, plating, gemstone composition, bead composition, or other material content. Descriptive terminology such as “gold-tone,” “silver-tone,” “rhinestone,” “crystal,” “stone,” “faux pearl,” “bead,” and similar terms is used to describe the appearance, color, design, or style and should not be interpreted as confirmation of a particular material unless specifically stated as verified.

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Measurements are taken by hand and are approximate. Colors, finishes, textures, and decorative elements may appear somewhat different in person due to lighting, reflections, photography, and individual screen settings.

Because vintage jewelry can become more delicate with age, we recommend handling pieces carefully and avoiding unnecessary exposure to water, perfume, hairspray, lotions, household cleaners, chemicals, and excessive moisture.

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