Drop Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Drop Necklaces
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Topaz, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold
1990s Italian Retro Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
20th Century Unknown Russian Revival Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Drop Necklaces
Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
1960s French Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
1930s French Egyptian Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
1990s Italian Retro Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
14k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold
1940s French Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Retro Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold-filled
19th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Opal, Tourmaline, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Silver, Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century Unknown Retro Drop Necklaces
Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
1980s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, 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.