Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold
1870s European Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold
2010s Italian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Drop Necklaces
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Greek Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Drop Necklaces
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s American Modern Vintage Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Moonstone, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1850s British Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Agate, 18k Gold
1960s Unknown Victorian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s Unknown Late Victorian Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold
2010s Hong Kong Modern Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1850s British Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
19th Century English Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Garnet, 15k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Rose Gold
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Agate, 15k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Topaz, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
20th Century Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
2010s Swiss Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Emirian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Black Diamond, 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.