Drop Necklaces
1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1940s Italian Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
1970s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1970s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Mixed Metal
1940s Italian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
1970s American Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Quartz, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Danish Vintage Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1970s Danish Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Vintage Drop Necklaces
1940s North American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
1970s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
1970s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, Opal, Turquoise, 14k Gold
1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1970s French Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
1970s Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1970s German Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s French Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate
1970s Italian Vintage Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1970s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate
1940s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
1970s Italian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate
1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s European Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Ruby, Agate, Blue Sapphire, Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow...
1970s American Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Aventurine, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1970s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Silver
1940s Mexican Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Brass
1970s German Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1940s North American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Zircon, 14k Gold
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
1970s French Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1970s American Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1940s American Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1970s American Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1940s Vintage Drop Necklaces
1970s Mexican Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Silver
1970s American Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold
1970s American Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold
1940s Mexican Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
1970s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Bronze
1940s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Brass
1970s Art Nouveau Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold
1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
1970s Vintage Drop Necklaces
1970s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1940s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, Platinum
1970s German Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate
1970s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1970s American Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
1970s French Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces
Enamel, Steel, Stainless Steel
1970s French Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
1970s Danish Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Silver Plate, 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.