Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
1990s British Art Deco Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
2010s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Gold
1920s Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Topaz, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum, 10k Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1990s Italian Retro Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Silver Plate, Brass
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
1960s French Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
14k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s Italian Retro Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
1950s French Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1920s Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold
1970s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Black Pearl, Gold-filled
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
20th Century American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Diamond, Platinum
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1920s Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Onyx, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Base Metal
1940s French Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
1920s Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Excellent condition
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s French Art Deco Drop Necklaces
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx
1990s Italian Retro Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
1920s Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century French Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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.