Drop Necklaces
1940s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 2000s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
1940s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Brass
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Early 2000s French Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Early 2000s French Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Rubelite, Black Jade, 18k Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold-filled
Early 2000s Unknown Retro Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s American Russian Empire Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 2000s French Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Crystal, Gilt Metal
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Gold
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
1940s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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.