Drop Necklaces
Late 20th Century Unknown Drop Necklaces
Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Carnelian, Spinel, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Carnelian, Spinel, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Late 20th Century Modernist Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Modernist Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
2010s North American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century Modernist Drop Necklaces
Amber, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Quartz, Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel
2010s Italian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Drop Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century French Drop Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Y...
2010s Israeli Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Modernist Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Platinum, Silver...
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Platinum, Silver...
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Gold...
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Platinum, Rhodium, Silver, ...
2010s American Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Quartz, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Drop Necklaces
Oriental Pearl, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 24k Gold, ...
2010s American Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Quartz, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Quartz, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Chalcedony, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold
2010s American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Topaz, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Drop Necklaces
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.