Two of Vintage Multi-Strand Earth-Tone Bead Necklaces

$70.00

A striking vintage multi-strand necklaces composed of repeated cylindrical beads in warm terracotta, deep umber, and soft cream tones. The strands are punctuated by small round spacer beads in pale ivory, creating a steady visual rhythm and a beautiful sense of movement when worn.

These necklaces drape in multiple loops, forming an elongated, sculptural silhouette. The restrained color palette and repetition give it a quiet strength — graphic, earthy, and timeless rather than decorative. This is a piece that feels considered and bodily, meant to be worn and felt rather than simply seen.

Likely mid- to late-20th century, with influences from folk, modernist, or craft-based jewelry traditions.

Materials

Based on visual characteristics, this necklace appears to be made of:

  • When worn as a continuous loop, the hang length is about 23 inches.

  • Terracotta or clay tube beads (reddish and brown tones)

  • Light-colored ceramic or stone beads (rectangular and round spacers)

  • Small round spacer beads (likely glass or ceramic)

  • Strung on cord (possibly cotton or nylon)

Materials are matte and tactile, emphasizing texture over shine.

A striking vintage multi-strand necklaces composed of repeated cylindrical beads in warm terracotta, deep umber, and soft cream tones. The strands are punctuated by small round spacer beads in pale ivory, creating a steady visual rhythm and a beautiful sense of movement when worn.

These necklaces drape in multiple loops, forming an elongated, sculptural silhouette. The restrained color palette and repetition give it a quiet strength — graphic, earthy, and timeless rather than decorative. This is a piece that feels considered and bodily, meant to be worn and felt rather than simply seen.

Likely mid- to late-20th century, with influences from folk, modernist, or craft-based jewelry traditions.

Materials

Based on visual characteristics, this necklace appears to be made of:

  • When worn as a continuous loop, the hang length is about 23 inches.

  • Terracotta or clay tube beads (reddish and brown tones)

  • Light-colored ceramic or stone beads (rectangular and round spacers)

  • Small round spacer beads (likely glass or ceramic)

  • Strung on cord (possibly cotton or nylon)

Materials are matte and tactile, emphasizing texture over shine.