Drop Necklaces
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces
Moonstone, Silver
1830s Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Garnet, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
1870s British Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold-filled, Gilt Metal, Enamel
1930s Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
1880s American Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Silver, Enamel
19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Silver
Early 19th Century English Antique Drop Necklaces
10k Gold
19th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces
Moonstone, Silver
Late 19th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Beryl, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century High Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Citrine, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
1930s Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
1860s Unknown High Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold, Gold, 10k Gold
1930s Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
1880s British Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Onyx, 9k Gold
19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Other, Sterling Silver
1860s American Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
1840s Early Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Beryl, Garnet, Ruby, Gold
19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
1870s English Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold, 15k Gold
1880s European Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Rose Gold
19th Century Unknown Artist Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold
19th Century European Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Garnet, Gold
19th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Enamel, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1840s French Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Moonstone, 18k Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Late Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Platinum, Silver
1890s Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1830s Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
1890s Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Silver
19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Garnet, Turquoise, Pearl, Silver, Gilt Metal
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold-filled, Gilt Metal
1930s Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
19th Century Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Silver, Gilt Metal
19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 15k Gold
19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Japanese Aesthetic Movement Antique Drop Necklaces
Mixed Metal, Shakudo
19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
1820s European George III Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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.