Drop Necklaces
1960s American Etruscan Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate
1990s American Drop Necklaces
Crystal, Gold Plate
1990s French Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
1990s Italian Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
1960s Unknown Victorian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Silver
1990s American Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1990s French Artist Drop Necklaces
Mixed Metal
1990s Unknown Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1960s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1990s Italian Drop Necklaces
1990s Italian Drop Necklaces
1990s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Drop Necklaces
Amethyst
1960s French Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal
1990s Unknown Drop Necklaces
Crystal, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Mexican Vintage Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1990s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Spanish Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s French Drop Necklaces
1990s French Drop Necklaces
Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1990s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1960s Mexican Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Malachite, Rock Crystal, Crystal, Sterling Silver
1990s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s American Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1990s Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Greek Vintage Drop Necklaces
18k Gold
1990s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
1990s French Drop Necklaces
1960s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
1990s French Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1990s French Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1960s French Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1960s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite
1990s French Revival Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Base Metal
1990s Artisan Drop Necklaces
1960s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral
1960s American Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
1960s American Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
1960s French Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
1990s English Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Platinum
1960s French Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Brass, Bronze
1990s Brazilian Drop Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s French Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Wh...
1990s French Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel
1990s Unknown Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
1990s Unknown Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1990s American Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
1960s American Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Retro Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1990s Italian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White 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.