1950s Vintage Graduated Black Faceted Bead Necklace with Rhinestone Rondelles

Shop this classic vintage 1950s single strand black faceted glass bead necklace, a stunning mid-century statement piece. Perfect for adding a touch of playful intrigue to cocktail attire or tailored suits, this postwar vintage accessory captures the timeless elegance of classic Hollywood style.

Item Details:

• Era: 1950s Postwar Vintage
• Period: Mid-Century Modern
• Date of Manufacture: Circa 1952–1959
• Creator: Unmarked Costume Jewelry
• Materials: Faceted Black Glass Beads, Rhinestone Rindelles
• Stone: Black Glass
• Stone Cut: Faceted
• Closure: Hook (Introduced in 1952)
• Dimensions: 14 inches, adjustable (Choker length)
• Bead Sizes: Graduated, 8 to 12 mm
• Weight: Standard mid-weight costume piece
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition
• Hallmarks: Unsigned
• Style: Hollywood Regency / Classic Glamour
• Origin / Place of Origin: United States

Fashion History

During the 1950s, black glass bead necklaces were quintessential status symbols of mid-century fashion. Worn with tailored cocktail dresses or classic suits, they provided dramatic contrast and sophisticated sparkle that defined the postwar era of high style.