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Beaded Necklaces, the Original Accessory?

beaded necklaces

Whether it fulfills a religious function or decorative desire, beaded jewelry is one of the earliest known forms of jewelry. We examine beaded necklaces in greater detail to discuss their significance to cultures across the globe.

 

Tribal Collection of India

The First Beaded Jewelry

It’s widely known and accepted that the first beads were natural objects, such as shells, strung into strands and worn or used as decoration, or religious purposes. For many years, it was thought that signs of early human culture first arose in Europe 40,000 years ago. These would include expressions of modern human behavior, such as jewelry use.

More recent evidence, however, points to beads being used as early as 100,000 years ago in what is now North Africa and the Middle East. These beads, crafted from snail shells, show signs of drilling for use as beads in jewelry or other decorative objects.

This would suggest that beaded necklaces and other beaded jewelry could be some of the earliest decorative accessories used by primitive humans.

Blue shell bib beaded necklace

Beaded Jewelry in Human Culture

Throughout history, beads have been employed by various cultures in a variety of ways. In addition to decorative and religious jewelry, beads have been used as trade items, currency and gaming pieces.

Endless freshwater pearl beaded necklace

Beaded Necklaces Styles

A variety of styles of beaded necklaces exists across the jewelry spectrum. From simple pearl strands to more complex seed bead necklaces, it’s possible to discover a favorite style to make your own. Featuring natural gems or synthetic materials, beaded necklaces exist in an ever-changing variety of shapes, styles, and selections.

Scope out our beaded necklaces collection and see everything that’s in store for you!

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