Necklace Drops
20th Century American Pendant Necklaces
20th Century North American Drop Necklaces
Vintage 1970s Drop Necklaces
Amber, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Italian Artist Choker Necklaces
Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Chinese Drop Necklaces
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1880s Drop Necklaces
Garnet, Brass
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Rope Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1980s American Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s French Aesthetic Movement Choker Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Chain Necklaces
Antique 1880s British Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
2010s Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Tourmaline, Other
21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Tourmaline, Other
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Crystal, Sterling Silver
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Crystal, Base Metal
2010s French Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s French Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s French Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Black Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, Go...
21st Century and Contemporary French Drop Necklaces
Early 20th Century Unknown Drop Necklaces
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Chalcedony, Coral, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Link Necklaces
20th Century French Chain Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s Retro Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Chain Necklaces
Quartz, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s Italian Artist Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Mexican Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Marcasite, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal, Gold Plate
Vintage 1980s Unknown Drop Necklaces
Vintage 1980s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Brass
Vintage 1970s Retro Link Necklaces
Amethyst, Coral, White Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Finding the Right necklaces for You
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
- What is a drop necklace called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023A drop necklace is sometimes called a lavaliere. This style of necklace features a second chain that hangs down from its center. On some pieces, the hanging chain holds a pendant or features decorative embellishments like beads. Shop a variety of lavaliere necklaces on 1stDibs.
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