Drop Necklaces
1890s Hungarian Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, Gilt Metal
1970s Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
2010s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1980s Swiss Vintage Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
1910s American Edwardian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
20th Century American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Baroque Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Go...
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 15k 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.