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Little White Glass Beads Forming Fringes, 1925
Little White Glass Beads Forming Fringes, 1925

Little White Glass Beads Forming Fringes, 1925

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Necklace made of little white glass beads forming fringes. Not signed, this piece is from the mid 1920s.

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1920s Antique Glass Bead

36" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s
36" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s

36" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s

Located in Milford, DE

This striking Czech Bohemian long strand necklace showcases a timeless Art Deco aesthetic, featuring an impressive 36-inch length of meticulously faceted black glass beads. Each jet...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Sterling Silver

30" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s
30" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s

30" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s

Located in Milford, DE

This striking Czech Bohemian long strand necklace showcases a timeless Art Deco aesthetic, featuring an impressive 30-inch length of meticulously faceted black glass beads. Each jet...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Sterling Silver

24" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s
24" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s

24" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s

Located in Milford, DE

This striking Czech Bohemian long strand necklace showcases a timeless Art Deco aesthetic, featuring an impressive 24-inch length of meticulously faceted black glass beads. Each jet...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Sterling Silver

18" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s
18" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s

18" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s

Located in Milford, DE

This striking Czech Bohemian long strand necklace showcases a timeless Art Deco aesthetic, featuring an impressive 18-inch length of meticulously faceted black glass beads. Each jet...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Sterling Silver

48" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s
48" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s

48" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s

Located in Milford, DE

Each jet-black glass bead is precisely faceted to capture and reflect light, providing a subtle, sophisticated shimmer with every movement.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Sterling Silver

60" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s
60" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s

60" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s

Located in Milford, DE

Each jet-black glass bead is precisely faceted to capture and reflect light, providing a subtle, sophisticated shimmer with every movement.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Sterling Silver

70" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s
70" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s

70" Czech Bohemian Black Faceted Glass Bead Long Flapper Strand Necklace, 1930s

Located in Milford, DE

Each jet-black glass bead is precisely faceted to capture and reflect light, providing a subtle, sophisticated shimmer with every movement.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco 1920s Millefiori Glass Bead Vintage Tassel Flapper Necklace
Art Deco 1920s Millefiori Glass Bead Vintage Tassel Flapper Necklace

Art Deco 1920s Millefiori Glass Bead Vintage Tassel Flapper Necklace

Located in Wilmslow, England

This colourful necklace features multiple strands of brown or deep burgundy glass rondelle beads interspersed with red, colourless and blue and white striped glass rondelle beads at ...

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1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Glass Bead

French 1920s Glass Beaded Flapper Dress
French 1920s Glass Beaded Flapper Dress

French 1920s Glass Beaded Flapper Dress

Located in Sharon, CT

White glass beads on red cotton tulle. Size approximately EU 36.

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1920s French Antique Glass Bead

Chanel Vintage Glass Bead 'CHANEL' Logo Station Necklace
Chanel Vintage Glass Bead 'CHANEL' Logo Station Necklace

Chanel Vintage Glass Bead 'CHANEL' Logo Station Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Bellevue, WA

DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: 24 inches long Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION...

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Mid-19th Century Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Gold

Multi-colored Glass Beaded Italian Chandelier
Multi-colored Glass Beaded Italian Chandelier

Multi-colored Glass Beaded Italian Chandelier

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Chandelier in classic European Empire shape with a twist; two painted tole rings with gilt rosettes accent suspended by strings of clear glass beads interjected with turquoise and re...

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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Metal

'Coral' glass bead, paste and faceted glass sautoir, French, 1920s.
'Coral' glass bead, paste and faceted glass sautoir, French, 1920s.

'Coral' glass bead, paste and faceted glass sautoir, French, 1920s.

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

Micro beads of the most glorious colour of deep coral make up this elegant hand made necklace, all woven into interlocking 'links', like a chain,or a single row, with a delicious 'c...

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1920s French Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Base Metal

Multi-strand necklace of glass beads with brass elements.
Multi-strand necklace of glass beads with brass elements.

Multi-strand necklace of glass beads with brass elements.

Located in Leuven , BE

Multi-strand necklace of glass beads with brass elements. Glass beads, brass Late 19th–early 20th century This imposing necklace is composed of multiple strands of small, dark reddi...

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Late 19th Century Beninese Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Wreath in Venetian Glass Beads, Period: 20th Century
Wreath in Venetian Glass Beads, Period: 20th Century

Wreath in Venetian Glass Beads, Period: 20th Century

Located in CRÉTEIL, FR

Magnificent crown in glass beads. Unique piece, incredibly graphic and decorative, this huge wreath in glass beads is new.

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19th Century French Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Metal

Amber Glass Beaded Lampshade, Chandelier   A delightful piece
Amber Glass Beaded Lampshade, Chandelier   A delightful piece

Amber Glass Beaded Lampshade, Chandelier A delightful piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Amber Glass Beaded Lampshade, Chandelier A delightful piece, this is only a lampshade which hangs on your own ceiling light fitting so no complicated wiring or electricians require...

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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Glass Bead

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Art Glass

Pair of Gilt Wood and Glass Beads Sconces
Pair of Gilt Wood and Glass Beads Sconces

Pair of Gilt Wood and Glass Beads Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of circa 1920's Italian gilt wood and metal 3-light sconces with glass beads and crystal drops. Measurements: Height: 19" Width: 16" Depth: 10".

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1920s Italian Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Glass, Giltwood

Polychrome Carved Wooden Buddha With Glass Bead Inlays
Polychrome Carved Wooden Buddha With Glass Bead Inlays

Polychrome Carved Wooden Buddha With Glass Bead Inlays

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Large Standing Buddha in carved wood, polychrome, with glass bead inlays. from Mandalay, Burma, the late 19th century/early 20th century In superb condition with a magnificent patina

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Early 20th Century Thai Aesthetic Movement Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Era Glass Bead Skyscraper Illuminare Lamp
Art Deco Era Glass Bead Skyscraper Illuminare Lamp

Art Deco Era Glass Bead Skyscraper Illuminare Lamp

By Marius-Ernest Sabino

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Incredible 1930s nickel silver plated and glass bead tabletop illuminare. Stylist Art Deco skyscraper design frame.

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Metal

Jade glass bead and clear paste lariatt-style necklace/sautoir, French, 1920s
Jade glass bead and clear paste lariatt-style necklace/sautoir, French, 1920s

Jade glass bead and clear paste lariatt-style necklace/sautoir, French, 1920s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

Made from imitation jade glass round beads, and clear paste rondelles, caps and balls, it is gently 'drawn together' by a paste bar, allowing the two drops to fall asymmetrically.

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1920s French Art Deco Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Base Metal

Antique Russian Chandelier with Blue Glass Beads, Circa 1830
Antique Russian Chandelier with Blue Glass Beads, Circa 1830

Antique Russian Chandelier with Blue Glass Beads, Circa 1830

Located in London, GB

Russia, circa 1830 A fine early nineteenth century chandelier with five cylindrical blue glass beads, with tear drop mounts, with five arms with ormolu drip trays and five clear g...

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Early 19th Century Russian Antique Glass Bead

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Glass

Moorish Brass Filigree Floor Lamp with Amber Glass Beads, 19th Century
Moorish Brass Filigree Floor Lamp with Amber Glass Beads, 19th Century

Moorish Brass Filigree Floor Lamp with Amber Glass Beads, 19th Century

Located in Queens, NY

Middle Eastern Moorish style (19/20th Century) brass filigree floor lamp with amber glass beads hanging from shade.

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19th Century Unknown Moorish Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Brass

1930's Red Czech Glass Beaded Charm Necklace
1930's Red Czech Glass Beaded Charm Necklace

1930's Red Czech Glass Beaded Charm Necklace

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The base necklace consists of red Czech glass beads, an enamel rose, and brass hardware circa 1930's.

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Early 20th Century Czech Artisan Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Brass

Tutsi wooden straw holder covered with glass beads - Rwanda - early 20th century
Tutsi wooden straw holder covered with glass beads - Rwanda - early 20th century

Tutsi wooden straw holder covered with glass beads - Rwanda - early 20th century

By Tutsi People

Located in Bilzen, BE

Tutsi wooden straw holder covered with glass beads - Rwanda - early 20th century Cylindrical wooden case designed to hold drinking straws for banana or sorghum beer, entirely covered...

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1920s Rwandan Tribal Antique Glass Bead

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Glass, Wood

A Large 19th Century Red Glass Beaded Chandelier by Maison Bagues
A Large 19th Century Red Glass Beaded Chandelier by Maison Bagues

A Large 19th Century Red Glass Beaded Chandelier by Maison Bagues

By Maison Baguès

Located in London, GB

France, circa 1880 A late nineteenth century six arm chandelier in the manner of Maison Baguès, with garlands of red glass beads, hanging tear droplets and pressed grape motifs.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Metal

German Rococo 18th Century Glass Bead Decorated Centre Table with Exotic Parrot
German Rococo 18th Century Glass Bead Decorated Centre Table with Exotic Parrot

German Rococo 18th Century Glass Bead Decorated Centre Table with Exotic Parrot

By Johann Michael Van Selow

Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE

The brilliant colours of the unfading glass beads is a strong reminder of the vivid and cheerful colours of the Rococo period.

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Mid-18th Century German Rococo Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Glass, Oak, Pine, Beads

Artisan Bakelite and Vintage Glass Necklace with Coral Beads, France
Artisan Bakelite and Vintage Glass Necklace with Coral Beads, France

Artisan Bakelite and Vintage Glass Necklace with Coral Beads, France

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Antique French glass beads,crabapple coral, Venetian trade beads,and vermeil spacers make up this piece.

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Early 20th Century French Artisan Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Coral, Vermeil

An Embroidered Glass Beaded Purse - Art Deco - French Circa 1925
An Embroidered Glass Beaded Purse - Art Deco - French Circa 1925

An Embroidered Glass Beaded Purse - Art Deco - French Circa 1925

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1925 France An astonishing Art Deco purse embroidered with polychrome glass beads, said to be ready-made, i.e. before assembly.

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1920s French Antique Glass Bead

Rare 18th Century German Glass Bead Decorated Centre Table by Michael van Selow
Rare 18th Century German Glass Bead Decorated Centre Table by Michael van Selow

Rare 18th Century German Glass Bead Decorated Centre Table by Michael van Selow

By Johann Michael Van Selow

Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE

The brilliant colors of the unfading glass beads is a strong reminder of the vivid and cheerful colors of the Rococo period.

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Mid-18th Century German Rococo Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Wood, Glass

18th Century Pearl and Murano Glass Bead Altar Palmetti and Urn
18th Century Pearl and Murano Glass Bead Altar Palmetti and Urn

18th Century Pearl and Murano Glass Bead Altar Palmetti and Urn

Located in Hastings, GB

A stunning late 18th century Italian altar palmetti, hand crafted flowers made from tens of thousands of individual murano glass beads and simulated pearls, woven together to form a ...

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Late 18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Glass Bead

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Murano Glass, Wood

Important chandelier lamp glass beads Jugendstil, style Wiener Werkstätte, 1915
Important chandelier lamp glass beads Jugendstil, style Wiener Werkstätte, 1915

Important chandelier lamp glass beads Jugendstil, style Wiener Werkstätte, 1915

By Adolf Loos

Located in Wien, AT

Three cables run down a triangular metal plate, onto which thick-walled glass beads in two different shapes have been threaded.

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1910s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Wood

An Art Deco Chiffon dress embroidered with glass beads - France Circa 1920
An Art Deco Chiffon dress embroidered with glass beads - France Circa 1920

An Art Deco Chiffon dress embroidered with glass beads - France Circa 1920

Located in Toulon, FR

Loose, straight sack cut, boat neckline and kimono sleeves, entirely embroidered with pink and white tubular glass beads and translucent glass beads. Languid floral design with geome...

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1920s French Antique Glass Bead

Italian Vintage Scarf with 18th Century Fragments and Glass Beads on Canvas
Italian Vintage Scarf with 18th Century Fragments and Glass Beads on Canvas

Italian Vintage Scarf with 18th Century Fragments and Glass Beads on Canvas

By Interi

Located in Columbia, SC

Vintage Italian silk scarf with 18th century Italian gilded fragments and glass beveled beads on canvas. Vintage silk scarf depicting the important historical monuments of Rome with...

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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Gold Leaf

Vintage 1930s Cobalt Blue Glass & Clear Faceted Crystal Bead Necklace, Art Deco
Vintage 1930s Cobalt Blue Glass & Clear Faceted Crystal Bead Necklace, Art Deco

Vintage 1930s Cobalt Blue Glass & Clear Faceted Crystal Bead Necklace, Art Deco

Located in Milford, DE

The necklace features alternating vivid royal-blue glass beads paired with clear, hand-cut faceted crystals, each linked individually on warm brass wire.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Crystal

Antique Art Deco WMF Ikora Frosted Glass Beads Silver Screw-On Dangle Earrings
Antique Art Deco WMF Ikora Frosted Glass Beads Silver Screw-On Dangle Earrings

Antique Art Deco WMF Ikora Frosted Glass Beads Silver Screw-On Dangle Earrings

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Two WMF Ikora rose colour frosted glass beads are threaded onto a silver gilt fox tail chain together with black pyramid shaped beads, silver discs and a variety of smaller silver be...

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1920s German Art Deco Antique Glass Bead

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Silver

Early 1920s Fortuny Delphos Gown in Black Silk Glass Beads & Belt AS FOUND
Early 1920s Fortuny Delphos Gown in Black Silk Glass Beads & Belt AS FOUND

Early 1920s Fortuny Delphos Gown in Black Silk Glass Beads & Belt AS FOUND

By Fortuny, Mariano Fortuny

Located in Gresham, OR

Early 1920s Fortuny Delphos Gown in Black Silk, Murano Glass Beads & Gold Stenciled Belt. AS FOUND CONDITION with original labels.

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Early 1900s Italian Antique Glass Bead

Large Wool and Glass Beads Needlework Panel of Mary Queen of Scots
Large Wool and Glass Beads Needlework Panel of Mary Queen of Scots

Large Wool and Glass Beads Needlework Panel of Mary Queen of Scots

Located in London, GB

The piece is crafted in polychrome wool with detailing such as jewellery or shadows are highlighted in shining glass beads. Charles Landseer’s painting acted as an inspiration fo...

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Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Other

Pink Handmade Glass Beaded Embroidery Print Sleeveless Dress circa 1940s
Pink Handmade Glass Beaded Embroidery Print Sleeveless Dress circa 1940s

Pink Handmade Glass Beaded Embroidery Print Sleeveless Dress circa 1940s

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This stunning Art Deco Pink Handmade Glass Beaded Embroidery Print Sleeveless Dress is a true masterpiece of vintage elegance and craftsmanship.

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1920s Antique Glass Bead

Couture c.1920’s Champagne Silk Floral Glass Beaded Rhinestone Flapper Dress
Couture c.1920’s Champagne Silk Floral Glass Beaded Rhinestone Flapper Dress

Couture c.1920’s Champagne Silk Floral Glass Beaded Rhinestone Flapper Dress

Located in Thiensville, WI

COUTURE c.1920’s One-of-a-kind Champagne Silk Floral Glass Beaded Rhinestone Flapper Dress Circa: 1920’s Style: Flapper Dress Color(s): Champagne Lined: No Unmarked Fabric Conten...

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1920s Antique Glass Bead

Antique Art Nouveau European Pressed Glass Flora & Fruit Long Beaded Necklace
Antique Art Nouveau European Pressed Glass Flora & Fruit Long Beaded Necklace

Antique Art Nouveau European Pressed Glass Flora & Fruit Long Beaded Necklace

Located in Chicago, IL

This was during the dawn of ready-to-wear costume jewelry when glass beads became fashionable and before factory machine presses and associated glass-finishing tumblers were availabl...

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1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Silver

Vintage 1920s Tassel Art Deco Pink Beaded Flapper Necklace
Vintage 1920s Tassel Art Deco Pink Beaded Flapper Necklace

Vintage 1920s Tassel Art Deco Pink Beaded Flapper Necklace

Located in New York, NY

This vintage 1920s flapper necklace features tiny pink glass beads strung into a long, elegant strand finished with tassels.

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Glass Bead

Antique Victorian Quilted Glass Bead And Silk Embroidered Tea Cozy, 19th Century
Antique Victorian Quilted Glass Bead And Silk Embroidered Tea Cozy, 19th Century

Antique Victorian Quilted Glass Bead And Silk Embroidered Tea Cozy, 19th Century

Located in Bristol, GB

ANTIQUE SILK EMBROIDERY AND BEADED TEA COSY (TEA COZY) A fine and extremely pretty example of Victorian folk art needlework, quilted for insulation to keep a teapot warm and decorat...

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19th Century British Folk Art Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Fabric, Silk, Glass

Giant Clam Shell with Glass Beads
Giant Clam Shell with Glass Beads

Giant Clam Shell with Glass Beads

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A large natural clamshell we found in a local estate. We’re selling it as we found it filled with blue glass. It is large over 22 inches wide and very heavy. This is too heavy to s...

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19th Century Unknown Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Shell

Vintage Moroccan Silver Choker with Colorful Glass Beads and Coins
Vintage Moroccan Silver Choker with Colorful Glass Beads and Coins

Vintage Moroccan Silver Choker with Colorful Glass Beads and Coins

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

A Moroccan Tribal jewelry vintage a chocker inlaid with colorful glass beads in red and green and dangling coins.

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Early 20th Century Moroccan Antique Glass Bead

An Exceptional Victorian String of Black Banded Agate Beads - Long Necklace
An Exceptional Victorian String of Black Banded Agate Beads - Long Necklace

An Exceptional Victorian String of Black Banded Agate Beads - Long Necklace

Located in Sheffield, GB

Consisting of x34 graduating Agate beads, ranging from 10mm to 16mm in diameter. The beads are elegantly interspersed by small transparent and black Czech glass beads.

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19th Century European Victorian Antique Glass Bead

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Agate

Art Deco 1920s Pink Glass and Micro-Bead Vintage Flapper Necklace
Art Deco 1920s Pink Glass and Micro-Bead Vintage Flapper Necklace

Art Deco 1920s Pink Glass and Micro-Bead Vintage Flapper Necklace

Located in Wilmslow, England

The pendant is suspended from a flapper length necklace, which features pink, green, gold and colourless glass micro-beads, round black glass beads and round pink glass beads detaile...

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1920s Art Deco Antique Glass Bead

Vintage 1920's Pink Beaded Flapper Dress Cotton Base Glass Beads US 4-6 UK 8-10
Vintage 1920's Pink Beaded Flapper Dress Cotton Base Glass Beads US 4-6 UK 8-10

Vintage 1920's Pink Beaded Flapper Dress Cotton Base Glass Beads US 4-6 UK 8-10

Located in Nashville, TN

Her dropped waist, is set off by an elegant skirt, that boasts scalloped edgings, trimmed by glass beaded fringing. Her soft candy pink cotton base, is fully embellished with trailin...

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1920s French Antique Glass Bead

Art Deco Glass Bead Embroidered Chiffon Blouse
Art Deco Glass Bead Embroidered Chiffon Blouse

Art Deco Glass Bead Embroidered Chiffon Blouse

Located in Sharon, CT

A Deco period hand beaded with copper and glass, silk 'Peasant' blouse.

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Early 20th Century Antique Glass Bead

A turquoise and frosted bead, clear crystal and paste sautoir necklace, 1920s
A turquoise and frosted bead, clear crystal and paste sautoir necklace, 1920s

A turquoise and frosted bead, clear crystal and paste sautoir necklace, 1920s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

This beautiful beaded necklace, highly characteristic of the 1920s, has a bright and dramatic colour combination of turquoise and black, interspersed with frosted and clear glass bea...

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1920s German Art Deco Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Crystal, Base Metal

Sleeveless Burgundy Floral Glass Bead Sack Dress w Gold Lamé Piping - M, 1920s
Sleeveless Burgundy Floral Glass Bead Sack Dress w Gold Lamé Piping - M, 1920s

Sleeveless Burgundy Floral Glass Bead Sack Dress w Gold Lamé Piping - M, 1920s

Located in Tucson, AZ

A rare larger size for a Jazz Age garment, this incredible dress offers the comfort of a shift with the elegance of formalwear thanks to its lustrous glass beads. We love how the flo...

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1920s American Antique Glass Bead

THE KNOT OF HERCULES Authentic Roman Glass Bead 2nd Century AD 22kt Gold Ring
THE KNOT OF HERCULES Authentic Roman Glass Bead 2nd Century AD 22kt Gold Ring

THE KNOT OF HERCULES Authentic Roman Glass Bead 2nd Century AD 22kt Gold Ring

Located in Roma, IT

This refined 22 kt gold ring is centred around an authentic Roman glass bead dating back to the 2nd / 3rd century AD, its deep blue surface carrying the silent traces of nearly two m...

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18th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antique Glass Bead

Materials

22k Gold

Turquoise Glass Necklace with Antique Japanese & Tibetan Netsuke
Turquoise Glass Necklace with Antique Japanese & Tibetan Netsuke

Turquoise Glass Necklace with Antique Japanese & Tibetan Netsuke

Located in Milford, DE

Extra-Long Turquoise Glass Necklace with Antique Japanese & Tibetan Netsuke Carvings and Mixed Organic Beads A truly one-of-a-kind wearable curiosity cabinet, this extraordinary neck...

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Early 19th Century Tibetan Artisan Antique Glass Bead

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Mixed Metal

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Antique Glass Bead For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique glass bead for your home. Each antique glass bead for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and stone. There are many kinds of the antique glass bead you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each antique glass bead bearing Art Nouveau, Art Deco or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. A well-made antique glass bead has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Georg Jensen, Tiffany & Co. and A. Riedel are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Glass Bead?

An antique glass bead can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,295, while the lowest priced sells for $50 and the highest can go for as much as $54,570.

Questions About Antique Glass Bead

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Identifying an antique bead is a careful art. First inspect the bead for any seams that could indicate it was molded in a contemporary fashion. Antique beads tend to have a larger center hole. Inspect the bead for signs of natural age. An expert can help you confirm the approximate age of your bead. Shop a range of antique beads from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if a beaded purse is an antique, first look at the frame. Antiques will usually have die-stamped frames, so you should be able to see the pattern on both sides of the metal. The frame is typically cast with newer bags, resulting in the pattern only being on one side. Next, examine the clasps. If your bag is antique, you should be able to detect a gap or seam where the maker soldered on the clasp, while a newer reproduction will frequently have a one-piece clasp and frame with no seams. Finally, look at the interior lining. Antique purses often have a ribbon sewn onto the seam where the lining meets the frame, but this detail will usually not be present on a reproduction. If you have doubts about your bag's age, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of beaded bags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The easiest way to tell if a bead is glass or plastic is to feel it. Glass beads will be cooler to the touch, whereas plastic beads will be closer to room temperature and warm up quickly in your hands. Another test you can perform is to listen to the sound. Glass has a distinctive ring since it’s harder whereas plastic is softer and has a duller sound. Shop a range of vintage glass bead pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Mercury glass, often known as "silvered glass," is an antique decorative art glass made by glassmakers in Bohemia (now the Czech Republic), England and America from the mid-nineteenth century to the early twentieth century. These are blown glass artworks with hollow interiors, the majority of which are double-walled.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    There are many famous antique glass companies. Some examples include Baccarat, Barovier, Christofle, Emile Galle, Lalique, La Rochere, Mappin & Webb, Muller Frères and Moser. To be considered antique, glassware must be at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of antique glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    An antique piece of stained glass could range in price from $2,000 to $100,000 depending on the style, its condition and much more. It is used in making decorative windows and other objects through which light passes. Find a collection of vintage antique stained glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
    Not necessarily. Foxing, the dark spotting on old mirror glass, is often considered a desirable sign of age and authenticity rather than a flaw.