Drop Necklaces
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Platinum, White Gold
Excellent conditi...
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Citrine, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
1910s Edwardian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold-filled
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces
Moonstone, 15k Gold
1910s Edwardian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Retro Drop Necklaces
Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Blue Zircon, 9k Gold
1920s Hong Kong Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Onyx, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Jasper, Silver
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Opal, Ruby, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold
1910s American Edwardian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
1940s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1910s Edwardian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Excellent condition.
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Rock Crystal
Early 20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 15k 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.