Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Native American Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1970s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1990s American Native American Drop Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Opal, Turquoise, Rhodocrosite, 14k Gold, Yell...
1980s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Native American Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1950s North American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Carnelian, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century American Native American Drop Necklaces
14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Renaissance Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
2010s American Renaissance Drop Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Renaissance Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Renaissance Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 9k Gold
1980s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1950s American Renaissance Vintage Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal, Cut Steel
20th Century American Native American Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1970s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1970s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1970s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Italian Renaissance Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Onyx, Ruby, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
1940s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1970s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1960s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1960s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Coral, Sterling Silver
1980s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1960s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1960s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1970s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1960s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
1960s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1960s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Malachite, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
1970s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1960s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
1970s American Native American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Turquoise Matrix, 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.