Drop Necklaces
1930s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Late 18th Century Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Chalcedony, Moonstone, Sterling Silver
1930s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1930s Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
18th Century Italian Antique Drop Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s Colombian Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Amazonite, Silver
1930s Italian Vintage Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Platinum
1930s French Egyptian Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces
1930s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal, Brass
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum
1930s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
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.