Drop Necklaces
Early 2000s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
Early 2000s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 18th Century Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire
Early 2000s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Early 2000s French Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Early 2000s German Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
Early 2000s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
Early 2000s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Spinel, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 18th Century French Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 2000s French Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond
Early 2000s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Rubelite, Black Jade, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Early 2000s French Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
Early 2000s French Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s French Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 2000s French Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold
1740s English Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Garnet
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Early 2000s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k 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.