Drop Necklaces
1960s American Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1960s Italian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Crystal, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Citrine, 14k Gold
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Excllent condi...
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1940s French Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Austrian Vintage Drop Necklaces
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Curved discs of lucite wrap comfortably around neck. Hook closure on back. Adjustable 18-24". Additional Drop 4" Widt...
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli
1960s American Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
1960s American Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Necklet wire collar siz...
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
1960s Italian Contemporary Vintage Drop Necklaces
14k Gold, 18k Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1940s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
1960s French Byzantine Vintage Drop Necklaces
Bronze
1940s American 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.