Drop Necklaces
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold-filled
20th Century Portuguese Artisan Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century French Victorian Drop Necklaces
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Asian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Turquoise
2010s Israeli Artisan Drop Necklaces
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Israeli Artisan Drop Necklaces
Amazonite, Turquoise
1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s Australian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century European Artisan Drop Necklaces
Amethyst
2010s Israeli Artisan Drop Necklaces
Coral
Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
1990s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Agate, Quartz, Turquoise Matrix, Silver
2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
2010s Australian Artisan Drop Necklaces
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s German Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Artisan Drop Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Singaporean Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Platinum
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 19th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Drop Necklaces
Jade
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
1840s Early Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Late 20th Century American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
20th Century Swiss Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century American Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1870s European Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Chrysophrase, Diamond, Iolite, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold-filled, Gilt Metal, Enamel
20th Century European Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Gold, 18k 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.