Drop Necklaces
Early 20th Century Unknown Drop Necklaces
Late 20th Century Italian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1920s Czech Victorian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Garnet, Silver, Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Enamel, Gold-filled
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
20th Century European Victorian Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s American Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1930s American Edwardian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s European Egyptian Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces
1930s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Vermeil, Silver
1980s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Late 20th Century French Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold
1940s Canadian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1970s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Bronze
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Carnelian, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1940s Mexican Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Brass
1950s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate
1980s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 10k Gold
1970s American Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century Romantic Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1920s German Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Marcasite, Topaz, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1990s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Canadian Russian Empire Drop Necklaces
Vermeil, Silver
1950s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Rhodium
1990s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Rock Crystal, Amethyst, Marcasite, Silver, Sterling Silver
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Modernist Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century North American Drop Necklaces
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s North American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Rhodium
1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Early 1900s Unknown Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Italian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow 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.