Drop Necklaces
1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Sapphire, Ruby, Onyx, Emerald, Diamond, Coral, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Si...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Tourmaline, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Agate, Steel
20th Century Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 14k 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.