Drop Necklaces
Late 20th Century Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold
1880s American Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Moonstone, Topaz, Platinum
2010s Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 19th Century Classical Roman Antique Drop Necklaces
Topaz, Blue Topaz
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Natural Pearl, Topaz, Imperial Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, White Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k 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
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.