Drop Necklaces
Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Russian Revival Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold
1950s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold, Yellow...
1930s French Egyptian Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces
Excellent condition
Late 19th Century Hungarian Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Sapphire, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond
1910s Russian Art Nouveau Vintage Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Opal, Tourmaline, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Silver, Gilt Metal
Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold
19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Enamel, Gold, 10k Gold
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 15k 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.