Drop Necklaces
1990s French Revival Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
2010s American Egyptian Revival Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Multi-gemstone, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k...
18th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Revival Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
1820s Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Italian Gothic Revival Drop Necklaces
Silver
1970s American Egyptian Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, 15k Gold
Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Drop Necklaces
Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Drop Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s French Egyptian Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces
20th Century Unknown Russian Revival Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold
19th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Opal, Tourmaline, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Silver, 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.