Drop Necklaces
Late 20th Century German Drop Necklaces
Amber, Gold, 14k Gold
1990s Artisan Drop Necklaces
Jade, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Romantic Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century Unknown Baroque Drop Necklaces
Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald
1980s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Retro Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Crystal, Base Metal
1980s American Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1990s Italian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
1990s French Revival Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
1980s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Brazilian Drop Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s British Egyptian Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces
Silver Plate
1990s American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1990s Unknown Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
1980s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Brass, Gilt Metal
1980s Vintage Drop Necklaces
1970s American Egyptian Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces
1980s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Aesthetic Movement Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
1980s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
1990s Unknown Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Spanish Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
1970s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
1990s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s American Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century French Artisan Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Base Metal
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Amber, Sterling Silver
1970s Hong Kong Vintage Drop Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Jade
1980s Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
1980s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1980s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, Platinum
1990s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Silver Plate
1940s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1990s Unknown Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
1980s Vintage Drop Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Sapphire, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald
1970s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Amber, Sterling Silver
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.