Drop Necklaces
2010s American Empire Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Renaissance Drop Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Renaissance Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Renaissance Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Empire Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
1950s American Renaissance Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal, Cut Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Renaissance Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Empire Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Renaissance Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Onyx, Ruby, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
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
20th Century Unknown Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 1800s French Empire Antique Drop Necklaces
Gold
2010s Hong Kong Drop Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Moonstone, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Greek Empire Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Quartz, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Renaissance Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater P...
Late 20th Century Italian Renaissance Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Renaissance Drop Necklaces
Coral, Opal, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Renaissance Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Empire Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
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.