Drop Necklaces
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Malachite, Ruby, Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Amazonite, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Early 1700s Italian Artisan Antique Drop Necklaces
Agate, Jade, Labradorite, Gold
2010s Italian Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Amber, Bronze
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Amber, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold
20th Century Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Jade, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Jade, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Jade, Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Jade, Labradorite, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Coral, Labradorite, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Jade, Opal, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Italian Artist Drop Necklaces
Quartz, Ruby, 18k Gold
19th Century Italian Artist Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold, Bronze
2010s Italian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Opal, Tanzanite, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Chalcedony, Coral, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Artist Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Opal, Tiger's Eye, Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Bronze
1850s British Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Agate, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Baltic Drop Necklaces
Amber
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Drop Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Agate, Chalcedony, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Drop Necklaces
Agate, Jade
1950s Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Amber
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Emerald, 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.