Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Moonstone, Turquoise, 14k Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1960s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century British Aesthetic Movement Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, 15k Gold
Early 1900s Russian Russian Empire Antique Drop Necklaces
Agate, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
20th Century American Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold
1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Italian Artisan Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century Modernist Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1990s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s French Artisan Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver Plate
2010s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century German Arts and Crafts Drop Necklaces
Silver
2010s Hong Kong Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold,...
Late 20th Century Modernist Drop Necklaces
Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faux jade beads on neck c...
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces
Garnet, Marcasite, Sterling Silver
2010s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Platinum, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s American Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1880s American Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Wh...
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Modern Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, White Gold
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Canadian Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond
19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1970s American Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1970s American Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Quartz, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, G...
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold
1860s American Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
Excellent condition
Late 19th Century Hungarian Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Crystal, Pearl, 18k Gold, White...
20th Century Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Other
1980s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
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.