New in Drop Necklaces
1990s Chinese Art Deco New in Drop Necklaces
Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French New in Drop Necklaces
20th Century American Modern New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Italian Artisan New in Drop Necklaces
Agate, Quartz, Turquoise Matrix, Silver
Early 2000s German Edwardian New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s German Edwardian New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary New in Drop Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
1970s Art Nouveau Vintage New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary New in Drop Necklaces
Garnet, Tsavorite
Early 2000s German Art Deco New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s European Retro New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary New in Drop Necklaces
Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1990s Italian New in Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s New in Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan New in Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan New in Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s French New in Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
1940s American Vintage New in Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
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.