Drop Necklaces
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Crystal
1930s Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Platinum, Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Zircon, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Crystal, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Israeli Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Rhodium, Base Metal
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Topaz, Zircon, Imperial Topaz, Base Metal
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
1910s American Edwardian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Colombian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Crystal, Gold Plate
2010s Israeli Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Quartz, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Brass, Gilt Metal
2010s Italian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Jade, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
1920s American Edwardian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Malachite, Yellow Gold
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Drop Necklaces
18k Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Malachite, Rose Gold
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold
1970s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Peridot, Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Jade, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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.