Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Drop Necklaces
20th Century French Drop Necklaces
2010s French Drop Necklaces
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Late 20th Century French Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Coral, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century British Drop Necklaces
Onyx, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Mandarin Garnet, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s French Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, Rose Gold
1960s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century French Artist Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k G...
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Other, Rose Gold, 18...
1970s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, Cultured Pearl, 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.