Collier Perles Baroque
2010s Qatari Baroque Drop Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s French Brooches
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Brooches
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Cocktail Rings
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
1990s Spanish Modern Stud Earrings
Moonstone, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Bridal Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches
Other
Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Finding the Right drop-necklaces for You
Also called Y necklaces as they are designed to hang a certain way, vintage drop necklaces are striking and adaptable. They can enhance everything from a casual sweater-and-jeans combo to an elegant heels-and-evening-dress pairing.
Adornment is an ancient human practice, with archeologists identifying early jewelry made from bones, claws and shells. As technology has advanced, so too have jewelry designs and the design of necklaces, from the simple to the intricate.
Drop necklaces come from lariat-style necklaces, which are chain necklaces that end in a tassel or pendant. A drop necklace’s design, meanwhile, is long with open ends, and it usually does not have a clasp. It consists of a single chain that wraps around the neck and a centerpiece — sometimes featuring a diamond or pearls — that hangs down to the middle of the chest. Drop necklaces frequently come in lengths from 16 to 20 inches, with the vertical lines making them appear longer than other necklaces of the same length.
Drop necklaces are extremely versatile, able to be worn knotted, draped or looped. They can be chunky statement pieces or thin, minimal designs. The range of drop necklaces that can be found on 1stDibs can accentuate the plunging necklines of modern looks or add flair to a basic ensemble.