Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
1990s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Indonesian Drop Necklaces
Crystal, Quartz, Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Black Opal, Opal, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Vintage Drop Necklaces
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
2010s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Modern Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s French Artist Drop Necklaces
2010s Italian Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century French Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Coral, White Gold, Gold
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Other, Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
1930s Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
1970s Italian Egyptian Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
2010s British Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
2010s British Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Crystal, Diamond, Quartz, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold, 14k 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.