Drop Necklaces
1980s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Brass
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950s Mexican Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Brass, Copper
1950s Mexican Vintage Drop Necklaces
Agate
1970s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
1970s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
1950s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1990s French Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
1950s European.
3" pendant, 22" length
1950s European Vintage Drop Necklaces
Excellent condition.
1980s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt metal mount.
Signed Lanvin
Pendant 4 x 1.5"
Chain 29&qu...
1970s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century Modernist Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
1990s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Onyx, Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel, Steel
Late 20th Century Modernist Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1970s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century Modernist Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
1950s Vintage Drop Necklaces
1980s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
18k Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Modernist Drop Necklaces
Amber, Sterling Silver
1980s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
1980s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Onyx
1950s Vintage Drop Necklaces
New Unworn
Cord 30&...
1980s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1970s Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century French Artisan Drop Necklaces
Pearl
1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s British Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate
1970s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Turquoise Matrix, Sterling Silver
1950s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Late 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1980s Italian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Enamel
1990s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
1980s Italian Vintage Drop Necklaces
18k Gold
1970s Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate, Base Metal
1970s Greek Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1990s German Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1970s American Late Victorian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Agate, Steel
1980s Swiss Vintage Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Late 20th Century South African Modernist Drop Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1980s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
1990s French Drop Necklaces
1980s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
1990s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Excellent condition.
1970s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
1970s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
1950s European Vintage Drop Necklaces
Quartz, 14k 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.