Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary British Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1970s Danish Vintage Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Enamel, Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Spinel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Danish Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral
2010s Danish Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Silver
19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
1970s Danish Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Danish Modern Drop Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s Italian Modern Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
1990s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Drop Necklaces
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Brass
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1990s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
1990s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
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.