Drop Necklaces
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Opal, Tourmaline, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Silver, Gilt Metal
19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
19th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s English Late Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Ruby, Sapphire, Pearl, Emerald, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold...
Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
1970s American Late Victorian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
1880s American Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, 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.