Drop Necklaces
Late 18th Century British George III Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, Enamel
1790s French Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Emerald, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
19th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
1830s Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Garnet, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
19th Century European Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Garnet, Gold
1820s European George III Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
1830s Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
1830s British Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Garnet, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Unknown George V Vintage Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, Platinum
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Silver
2010s American Empire Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold-filled, Bronze, Mixed Metal
19th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1800s British Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Gold
2010s Indian Empire Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
2010s American Georgian Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Late 18th Century French Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1820s British Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary German Empire Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, 15k Gold
1820s Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver
2010s French Empire Drop Necklaces
Malachite, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Empire Drop Necklaces
Coral, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century British Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 18th Century European Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Garnet, Gold
Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Silver, Enamel
18th Century British Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Silver
1920s Unknown Vintage Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
1860s Unknown High Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Early 2000s German Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
1880s European Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 1800s British Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Garnet, Gold
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Greek Empire Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Quartz, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
18th Century British Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
1830s British Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Pearl, Chalcedony, 15k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 18th Century Portuguese Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Chrysoberyl, Silver
Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Early 19th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold, 10k Gold, Gold-filled
Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
18th Century British Georgian Antique Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k 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.