Drop Necklaces
Late 19th Century Russian Antique Drop Necklaces
Spinel, Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, Rubelite, Pink Sapphire, Peridot, Natura...
Early 2000s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Rubelite, Black Jade, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
20th Century French Modern Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, ...
20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
1920s Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Onyx, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Platinum
1880s American Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Hong Kong Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Natural Pearl, Topaz, Imperial Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold
1910s American Edwardian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Jade
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.