Drop Necklaces
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
1980s Italian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Silver Plate
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Bronze
Late 20th Century American Modernist Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Crystal
Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Drop Necklaces
White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s American Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Silver, Copper
Late 20th Century Moroccan Arts and Crafts Drop Necklaces
1980s Swedish Vintage Drop Necklaces
Agate, Silver
Late 20th Century Italian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold
1970s Mexican Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver
1990s French Artisan Drop Necklaces
Crystal, Gilt Metal, Enamel, Bronze, Brass, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Amber, Base Metal
1980s French Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Mixed Metal
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14...
1980s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1970s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1990s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
1980s American Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1970s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1980s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Late 20th Century American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Drop Necklaces
1970s French Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Bronze
1970s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Yellow Gold
1980s English Vintage Drop Necklaces
1970s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Late 20th Century Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Tourmaline, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s European Baroque Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater P...
1970s Unknown Classical Roman Vintage Drop Necklaces
Brass
1970s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Modernist Drop Necklaces
1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s Italian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1990s French Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1980s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold
1970s Danish Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Silver
1970s French Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Bronze
1970s French Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
1970s Danish Vintage Drop Necklaces
Silver
1970s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Amber, Sterling Silver
1970s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1970s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Black Opal, Platinum
1970s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Bronze, Gilt Metal
1980s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 14k 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.