Drop Necklaces
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Carnelian, Spinel, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Carnelian, Spinel, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
1970s British Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Drop Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
2010s Thai Contemporary Drop Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Drop Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Carnelian, Marcasite, Sterling Silver
1970s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Amber, Sterling 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.