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Drop Necklaces For Sale
Period: 1960s
Period: Early 1900s
Vintage Victorian Style Apx 4.85ct Rose Cut Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning vintage rose cut diamond drop pendant necklace. Approximately 4.85 carats of rose cut diamonds. Approximately J-L color and VS2/SI1 clarity. Silver & Rose Gold. Accommodated...
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1960s Unknown Victorian Vintage Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Conch Pearl and Diamond Necklace, circa 1905
Located in London, GB
Conch pearl and diamond necklace. Set with an oval natural conch pearl, approximately 7.3 x 9.0 mm, suspended from five round old cut diamonds ...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Monet Silvertone Tassel Pendant Necklace, Costume Jewelry
Located in Stamford, CT
Double chain silvertone necklace with a textured cap multi chain tassel.
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1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces

Antique Edwardian Diamond, Ruby and Opal Plaque Pendant
Located in London, GB
A very fine Belle Époque opal, diamond and ruby lavalier pendant. Set with old circular-cut diamonds throughout and in the centre with a rectangular opal plaque surmounted with a circular-cut ruby. The mount, designed as a series of interconnected scrolls, terminates in two pear-shaped diamond drops suspended on a silver-on-gold chain. The pendant measures 5cm alone, the chain 38cm. The ornate decorative motifs of Louis XIV reign were embraced by Belle Époque designers. Swag or garland necklaces strung with pear-shaped pearls and diamond bows were typical. Dog collar necklaces of black velvet were also popular fixed with large diamond clasps. Like 17th century France, the early 20th century was an era of opulence with new found industrial wealth from America marrying British aristocracy...
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Early 1900s Antique Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby

Antique La Belle Epoque Edwardian Natural Pearl Diamond Pendant Platinum Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique La Belle Époque natural pearl and diamond pendant necklace in platinum and gold, Portuguese, circa 1900. This garland jewel of geometric, floral and...
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Early 1900s Portuguese Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Diamante with Blue Shiny Cabochon Dangling Pendant Necklace, circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Diamante with Blue Shiny Cabochon Dangling Pendant Necklace Circa 1960s. This Gorgeous piece has al different cuts of stones including pave, and pear and then has three blue ...
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1960s North American Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

18 Karat Gold Platinum Diamond Belle Epoque/Edwardian Necklace
Located in Zurich, CH
Elegant and feminine 18 karat yellow gold, platinum and diamond Belle Epoque/Edwardian necklace, circa 1900. Consisting in a finely handcrafted Y-shaped pendant in platinum over 18 ...
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Early 1900s Unknown Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Monet Goldtone Pendant Necklace, Costume Jewelry
Located in Stamford, CT
Mod pendant necklace with concentric ovals. Chain is 26" long. Pendant is 2.88" long.
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1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces

Antique Art Nouveau Winged Heart Peridot Pearl 14K Gold Edwardian Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Fine Art Nouveau Edwardian period Winged Heart motif peridot, pearl, 14K yellow gold necklace. Circa 1900 The central pearl encrusted heart topped by a pair of pearl encrusted wings...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces

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Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Victorian Sandstone Orb Fob
Located in Venice, CA
Set in an 18k gold filigree fob, this Golden Sandstone orb has a mesmerizing sparkle. The orb rotates, giving the piece movement that enhances the stone's unique glittering effect. T...
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Early 1900s Unknown Tudor Antique Drop Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ruby Glass Statement Collar 1960s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A magnificent Vintage Ruby Statement Collar. Clever design incorporates large ruby glass stones amongst grand metal motifs whilst leaving no detail to...
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1960s Vintage Drop Necklaces

Edwardian 1905 Art Nouveau Necklace Platinum 18Kt Gold 15.12 Ctw Peridot Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian gem set convertible necklace with peridot. Beautiful piece of jewelry, created during the late Edwardian period in the art-nouveau style, circa 1908. This beautiful neckla...
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Peridot, Platinum

Iconic Van Cleef & Arpels Coral & Turquoise Necklace & Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Van Cleef & Arpels Coral & Turquoise Necklace & Earrings Set Both the necklace and earrings set with round cut diamonds, cabochon angel skin coral, and turquoise Necklace Si...
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1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Coral, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Gold

Edwardian Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Diamond Pendant necklace circa 1900. Openwork settings are made of platinum topped 14k gold set with 13 fine quality, antique cut d...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, Silver

Miriam Haskell Imperial Egg Necklace Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell naturalistic lapis bakelite Russian Imperial egg inspired necklace. Signature Haskell russian gilt, faux pearls and fine woven gilt...
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1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Edwardian Longines Blue Enamel Pendant Watch Platinum and 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Edwardian vintage watch pendant in original condition! Designed in 14K yellow gold and Platinum with blue enamel. The necklace with chain and watch measures 21" long, the watch measu...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Aurora Borealis Crystal Choker Necklace With Fringe Dangle, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - 17" total length, can be adjusted down using hook clasp - 3" dangle drop - Iridescent AB crystal rhines...
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1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces

14K Gold Edwardian Festoon Moonstone and Garnet Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
This gorgeous festoon necklace has a soft and delicate arrangement of moonstone and garnet cabochons, favorites of the Edwardian era. Feminine and romantic, the necklace drapes to cr...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces

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Garnet, Moonstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Enamel Navette and Gold Chain Station Necklace, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An antique enamel and gold navette station necklace, with a navette shaped pendant locket, painted with cherubs, amongst a classic scene, of a pedestal, urn, flowers and foliage, on ...
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Early 1900s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Enamel

1960s Modernist Cleopatra Style Brutalist Evil Eye Drop Gold Statement Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Wonderful 1960s Cleopatra Egyptian style statement necklace featuring a dangling evil eye design. This modernist brutalist Dali style was common in ...
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1960s Vintage Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Chunky Stone Necklace Vintage
Located in Wallkill, NY
Silver-Tone Dior Necklace Faux tigers eye, malachite, Lapis and more are prong-set in a silver-tone twisted circle. Hallmarked on the back and on the clasp Drop Measures 2.75 in. The...
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1960s French Vintage Drop Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite

Multi Gem Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Multi Gem Gold Necklace Chain necklace with peridot & pink tourmaline beads Measurements: 16.5" long Gross weight: 77.8 grams 14 karat gold
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1960s Italian Vintage Drop Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Tiara Necklace
Located in London, GB
A vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara necklace. An exceptional vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara and necklace set, ...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Hattie Carnegie Faux Turquoise and Citrine Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Turquoise and green colored Hattie Carnegie necklace with large center oval cabochon stone. Length of chain is 16".
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1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces

Diamond & Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Two Row Diamond & Emerald Necklace, a pattern of round cut diamonds & emeralds set in 14k white gold. Measurements: 16" long Emerald Weight: 2.58...
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1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold

1960s Brutalist Handmade Citrine Yellow Gold Bib Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brutalist Madeira citrine and yellow gold bib choker necklace circa 1960. ABOUT THIS ITEM: N1380 This handcrafted designed necklace is decorated on...
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1960s American Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces

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Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Faceted Glass Bib Necklace 1960s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning Vintage Faceted Crystal Bib from the 1960s. Seven luxurious rows of faceted beads in a deep green agate colour are accented to perfection wit...
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1960s Vintage Drop Necklaces

Antique Edwardian Blue Zircon Diamond Lavaliere Necklace Circa 1910
Located in Kendal, GB
A stunning antique Edwardian lavaliere necklace showcasing a beautiful double drop pendant set with two old cut Diamonds leading to a flower shaped...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Zircon, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Givenchy Haute Couture Gripoix Glass Pearl Necklace, Bunny Mellon
Located in New York, NY
Hubert de Givenchy Haute Couture opera length necklace from the estate of Bunny Mellon. Composed of signature Maison Gripoix handmade large faux pearls with a very large focal cente...
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1960s French Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces

Materials

Brass

Edwardian Diamond and Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian diamond and pearl necklace, of a natural round half pearl, measuring approximately 8.3 mm of diameter, to the centre of an old brilliant...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum, Gold

1960s Sterling Silver Mexican Modernist Kinetic Fringe Bib Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Sterling silver Mexican modernist fringe kinetic necklace circa 1960's or 1970's, maker unknown. Necklace is as light as a feather and has a glistenin...
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1960s Mexican Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

French Art Nouveau Diamond Enamel Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Antique Lady Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of a stylized twisted wire cable chain suspending a peacock feather motif plique-a-jour station. Transparent matte green and peachy orange in color with light saturation. ...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Pierre Cardin Modernist Large Pendant Necklace, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Cardin vintage modern gold and white tone metal necklace. Pendant measures almost 5" long and is made in two sections. The chain is made up of gold tube beads linked together...
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1960s French Contemporary Vintage Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Pierre Cardin Colored "Gem" Transformation Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Pierre Cardin Transformation Pendant from the 1960's. A large ivory enamel oval pendant is set with 4 "gems" which turn and transforms pendant to tones of pale pastels or dee...
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1960s French Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage Sapphire Diamond 18K Drop Necklace 2 Carats
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This necklace is made in 18K White Gold and features 2 beautiful Blue Sapphires. The style is modern yet bears a vintage drop necklace style. The...
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1960s British Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Bjorn Weckstrom 1967 Finland Rare Kukkiva Muuri Necklace 18Kt Gold & Tourmalines
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural necklace designed by Bjorn Weckstrom (b 1935-). An extraordinary and extremely rare sculptural necklace, created by Bjorn Weckstrom, back in the 1967. This prototype piece for the "Kukkiva Muuri" (Flowering Wall) was designed in his Finland studio between the 1965 and 1967, specifically for the Rio de Janeiro Competition. It was carefully assembled and crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats, finished with highly textured patterns. This wearable sculpture, display a composition created by the sporadic placements of 14 natural green Brazilian tourmalines that are are mounted in bezels and hang freely from gold wires. They have a combined weight of 24 carats and are transparent. Has a total weight of 65.4 grams and has a lenght of 17.6 inches (44.70 Cm). The main decorative drop piece have a measures of 80 mm by 44 mm (3.15 x 1.74 inches) Stamped, with the maker's mark, the Helsinki Finland gold assay control hallmark, the designer's initials and signed "B W .750 O-7". Bjorn Weckstrom, born in 1935 and at the age of 16 studied at the goldsmiths school where he graduated in 1956. he proceeded to open his first workshop in Helsinki and began producing jewelry, inspired by the nature and featuring the use of rough cut gems. his participation in the international exhibition of modern jewelry, an exhibition formulated by Graham Hughes and the Victoria and Albert Museum in 1961, catapulted his career. He joined Pekka Antilla as a designer in 1963 and eventually in 1974, was made a partner in what is now called Lapponia. His career continued to blossom and in 1965, after winning the Rio de Janeiro competition, with his design for the flowering wall necklace he became an internationally known jeweler. Exhibitions: Rio de Janeiro 1965. Gran Prix...
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1960s Finnish Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces

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Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Victorian Style Apx 11ct Rose Cut Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning vintage rose cut diamond drop necklace. Approximately 11 carats of rose cut diamonds. Approximately I/J color and SI clarity. Silver & gold. Accommodated with an up-to-date ...
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1960s Unknown Victorian Vintage Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

131.05 Carat No Heat Sapphires and Diamonds Necklace and Earrings Platinum
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Vintage no heat sapphires and diamonds vintage necklace and earrings high jewelry set in platinum, circa 1960's. Approximately 131.05 carats t...
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1960s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Nouveau Moonstone Enamel Diamond Emerald Platinum 18 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Necklace is comprised of a green gold link chain with stylized floral bar stations. Suspending a substantial whiplashed enhancer pendant via two 14 karat gold spring ring clasps. Pen...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...

Antique Diamond and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant, circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 0.30 carat diamond and seed pearl, 12 karat yellow gold and platinum pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique diamond pendant has been crafted in 12k yellow gold with platinum settings. The drop pendant has a circular form, ornamented to the center with an articulated bezel set Old European round cut diamond. The platinum set drop is accented with a further two Dutch cut diamonds, in a linear arrangement. The articulated drop is encircled with a millegrain decorated wreath design, set with fourteen impressive individually set seed pearls, conjoined with platinum halos. The outer frame is accented with a total of fourteen Dutch cut diamonds, set in an alternating sequence with the seed pearls. The antique pendant suspends from a platinum 45.72cm/18" belcher chain via a ring loop attachment to the upper border of the design, fastening with a push fit clasp and benefitting from the security of a safety latch to one side. This circular diamond pendant...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Cultured Pearl and 1.75 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning and impressive vintage 1960s cultured pearl and 1.75 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. Thi...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Russian Imperial-era Gold Turquoise Diamond Locket, St. Petersburg, circa 1900
Located in St. Catharines, ON
This rare Russian 14k yellow gold locket from St. Petersburg, circa 1900 was created during the Romanov era of Tsar Nicholas II. The front of the oval yellow gold locket applied with...
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Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Monet Vintage Sculptural Gold Tone Bib Abstract Design Necklace
Located in North Miami, FL
This killer and stunning vintage Monet signed sculptural bib necklace has abstractions of design. The textural outline of forms has high polish gold tone ...
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1960s American Etruscan Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

1960s Bogoff Pink Rhinestone Lariat & Earring Set
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Very fun 1960s Bogoff lariat necklace and dangling drop earring set. Both pieces feature a mix of pink and clear rhinestones that end in a large rhinestone encrusted balls. Very elegant. Earrings are clip on. Bogoff jewelry...
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1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces

Antique Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1900s pearl and 0.49 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and platinum set pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique pendant has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a platinum setting. The pierced decorated drop style pendant has been crafted in the form of an overhand knot motif. The platinum set knot is ornamented with a total of eighteen impressive pavé set Old European round cut diamonds, totalling 0.49cts. A stunning single pearl terminal articulates and suspends from the lower border of the design. This impressive antique diamond and pearl pendant...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Owl Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Large owl pendant with purple rhinestone eyes with substantial chain. Owl is 3.5" high x 2" wide. Chain is 22" long.
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1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Navajo Beaded Turquoise Necklace Leather Sterling Silver Squash Blossom
Located in Wallkill, NY
Intricate detailing on this squash with Large Turquoise beaded Naja at the center. Has 4 beaded on leather accents running up each side. Attache...
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1960s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

18.80ct Round & Baguette Diamond Necklace Platinum
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Grand statement lay-over diamonds high jewelry necklace. Approximately 18.80 carats of round brilliant and baguette cut diamonds, approximately G...
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Early 1900s Unknown Contemporary Antique Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Roman Coin Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A Necklace in 18kt yellow gold with diamonds (0.75 cts est. tw, G-H S/1), sapphires (1.00 cts), and Roman "coin," circa 1960s.
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1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Lovely Edwardian Basket Pendant with Pearls
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Edwardian Basket Pendant with Pearls. Wonderful quality flower basket "charm" of 14k gold wire completely woven by hand and set with lo...
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique 1900s Emerald and 1.30ct Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.33 carat emerald and 1.30 carat diamond, 9 karat yellow gold and silver set pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections This fine and im...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Trifari Buddha Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Trifari faux jade buddha pendant with massive chain tassel. Buddha figure sits on golden plinth with long tassel below.
Faux jade beads on neck c...
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1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces

Monet "Gold" Florentine Necklace, Costume Jewelry
Located in Stamford, CT
15" long necklace. Ornament is 2.25" long.
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1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces

Vintage Victorian Style Apx 5.30ct Rose Cut Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning vintage rose cut diamond drop pendant necklace. Approximately 5.30 carats of rose cut diamonds. Approximately I/J color and SI clarity. Silver & Gold. Accommodated with an u...
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1960s Unknown Victorian Vintage Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Silver

Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian diamond and demantoid garnet-set pendant, to the centre an oval cabochon-cut rock crystal applied with diamond-set ribbon-like decoration...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Important Giuliano Enamel Necklace
Located in London, GB
An Important Carlo and Arthur Giuliano enamel, diamond and sapphire necklace signed C & AG, the necklace comprising pierced feathered scrollwork sections finely enamelled with black...
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Sapphire and Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18K white gold featuring pear- and trillion-cut diamonds weighing a total of approximately 26.00 carats and oval cushion-cut sapphires weighing a total of approxima...
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1960s Vintage Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Early Yves Saint Laurent Passementerie Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Rare Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Necklace Spring Summer 1966. Of nautical inspiration composed of white cotton rope with blue silk and rayon passementerie detail. Focal long tas...
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1960s French Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal

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.

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