Drop Necklaces
Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, 14k Gold
1950s Mexican Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Amethyst, Coral, Opal, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s German Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver
2010s North American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel
1740s English Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Garnet
1880s American Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
1960s American Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, White Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
1980s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Baroque Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1990s American Drop Necklaces
Amethyst
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Coral, Diamond, 14k 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.