Drop Necklaces
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 2000s Israeli Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s British Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, White Gold
Early 2000s Italian Modern Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Italian Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Crystal
Early 2000s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Mexican Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Silver
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s French Modern Drop Necklaces
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal
1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s American Romantic Drop Necklaces
Crystal, Base Metal
Early 2000s American Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Italian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
1940s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
Early 2000s Thai Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Early 2000s Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, Silver, Enamel
Early 2000s Italian Romantic Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Early 2000s Hong Kong Drop Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s German Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 2000s Spanish Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Crystal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Brass, Gilt Metal
Early 2000s French Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Hong Kong Drop Necklaces
Jade
Early 2000s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early 2000s American Baroque Revival Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Hong Kong Drop Necklaces
Jade
Early 2000s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
Early 2000s French Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold
1940s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
Early 2000s French Artisan Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver Plate
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Chalcedony, Topaz, White Gold
Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Scottish Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
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.