Drop Necklaces
18th Century and Earlier Italian Contemporary Antique Drop Necklaces
Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1940s Italian Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
1790s French Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Emerald, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald
16th Century European Art Deco Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Mixed Metal
1940s Italian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
1940s North American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Antique Drop Necklaces
22k Gold
1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
15th Century and Earlier Turkish Byzantine Antique Drop Necklaces
Silver, Bronze
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
1940s Mexican Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Brass
1940s North American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Zircon, 14k Gold
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1940s Vintage Drop Necklaces
1940s Mexican Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
1940s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Brass
1940s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, Platinum
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Silver, Brass
15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
1940s Canadian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 18th Century Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Rhodium
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate, Rhodium, Base Metal, Gilt Metal
1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Bronze
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Brass
1940s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Platinum
15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Antique Drop Necklaces
22k Gold
1940s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold
Early 1700s Italian Artisan Antique Drop Necklaces
Agate, Jade, Labradorite, Gold
15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Antique Drop Necklaces
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Diamond, 18k Gold
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Brass, Gilt Metal
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Late 18th Century British George III Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, Enamel
18th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1940s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
15th Century and Earlier American Antique Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1940s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold
1940s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
1940s Mexican Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Silver
18th Century Italian Antique Drop Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1660s Unknown Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Late 18th Century Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire
15th Century and Earlier Thai Artisan Antique Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Bronze
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.