Drop Necklaces
1860s American Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
19th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
1860s Unknown High Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
1980s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Mixed Metal
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Mexican Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Silver
Late 20th Century Modern Drop Necklaces
1990s Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Jade, White Diamond, Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Mexican Drop Necklaces
Bronze
1890s Late Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Platinum, Silver
1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Ruby, Agate, Blue Sapphire, Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow...
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold-filled, Gilt Metal
1840s Early Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Beryl, Garnet, Ruby, Gold
1890s Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Quartz
1970s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Late 20th Century Greek Greek Revival Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
1970s American Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Aventurine, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1980s European Artist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Quartz, Tourmaline, Silver
1830s Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century American Victorian Drop Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1980s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
1970s French Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal
Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Mixed Metal
1970s Vintage Drop Necklaces
1820s European George III Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Garnet, Turquoise, Pearl, Silver, Gilt Metal
1840s French Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
1970s American Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1890s Art Deco Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
19th Century Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 15k Gold
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
1970s German Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Italian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Japanese Aesthetic Movement Antique Drop Necklaces
Mixed Metal, Shakudo
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold-filled
1990s French Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s American Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1980s Victorian Vintage Drop Necklaces
1990s French Modern Drop Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow 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.