Buying jewelry for a man is easier than it looks. Most men will wear a piece every day if it is simple, sits right and does not need looking after. The hard part is choosing one he would have picked himself.
This guide covers 12 jewelry gifts for men, from a first pendant to gift sets, rings, bracelets and pieces with meaning behind them. Prices are US prices. If you are shopping for Christmas, the order-by dates are near the end.
What to look for in a jewelry gift for a man
Start with how he lives, not with what looks good in a box. A few things matter more than anything else.
- He can wear it every day. A piece that comes off for the gym or the shower ends up in a drawer. Our pieces are stainless steel, 18K gold plated or silver-tone, and waterproof and sweatproof, made to wear 24/7.
- It matches what he already wears. If he wears a gold watch, go gold. If he wears silver or nothing at all, silver is the safer choice.
- It is simple. One clean stone or one solid chain beats anything busy. He can add more later.
- It is covered. Every piece comes with our Lifetime Guarantee. If it fades, loses its gold shine or breaks through a quality issue, we replace it free, shipping included, once per item. Loss, theft, regular wear and tear and misuse are not covered.
The best first piece: a pendant on a chain
A pendant is the easiest first gift. It sits under a shirt or over a t-shirt, and it does not need a ring size. Every pendant below comes on a chain, so it is ready to wear when he opens it.
1. Chip Tanzanite pendant, $70
The Chip Tanzanite pendant is our most reviewed piece: 4.9 stars from 501 reviews. It has a Tanzanite-blue stone set in gold or silver, on a Cuban, Rope or Octagon chain in 20, 22 or 24 in. The blue is the point. It shows a bit of color without being loud.
2. Void Onyx pendant, $70
If he keeps things dark and plain, the Void Onyx pendant is the one. A minimal design with a sharp cut onyx stone, rated 4.6 stars from 380 reviews. It is made for heavy use and built to be worn 24/7. Gold or silver, Cuban, Rope or Octagon chain, 20, 22 or 24 in.
3. Onyx Set, $109 (regular $160)
The Onyx Set is two necklaces made to be worn together: a Fusion Cuban chain at 20 in and the Void Onyx pendant on a 2mm Rope chain at 22 in. It is a good choice for a man who already wears one chain and could use a second. 4.8 stars from 69 reviews, in gold or silver.
Gift sets
A gift set takes the matching out of your hands. The pieces are chosen to go together, and the price is lower than buying them one by one. You can see all of them in our gift sets collection.
4. Creation of Adam Pendant & Ring Gift Set, $79 (regular $120)
The Creation of Adam pendant on a 2.5mm Cuban chain at 22 in, plus the matching Creation of Adam ring in a size from 6 to 12, with a microfiber dustbag. A pendant and a ring that belong together.
5. Minimal Void Gift Set, $90 (regular $120)
The Void Onyx pendant on a 2.5mm Cuban chain at 22 in, with a 3mm Rope chain at 22 in to layer. Plain, dark and easy to wear with anything.
6. Essential Chip Tanzanite Gift Set, $99 (regular $130)
The Chip Tanzanite pendant on a 2.5mm Cuban chain, with a 3mm Rope chain to wear alongside it. Our most reviewed pendant with a second chain added.
7. Fusion Onyx Gift Set, $120 (regular $170)
A Fusion Cuban Onyx chain at 20 in, with the Void Onyx pendant on a 2.5mm Cuban chain at 22 in. The heaviest look in this guide, for a man who likes his chains to be noticed.
Rings and bracelets
Rings and bracelets are the pieces he sees on himself every day. They also build up well over time, so they are a good second or third gift.
8. Creation of Adam Cuff V2, $60
The Creation of Adam Cuff V2 is based on Michelangelo's Creation of Adam, the moment of connection between two hands. It comes in gold or silver, in Regular or Large, and it adjusts to the wrist. 4.6 stars from 45 reviews.
9. Any 4 rings for $99 in the US
With the ring stack, you pick any 4 rings for $99 (US), each in its own size. It suits a man who likes to change his rings day to day, or a buyer who wants to give a few pieces at once.
10. Any 3 bracelets for $99 in the US
The bracelet stack works the same way: any 3 bracelets for $99 (US), mixing gold and silver, with a size picked for each one.
Gifts with meaning (St Christopher, cross, Creation of Adam)
Some men want a piece that stands for something. These are personal gifts, so choose one that fits what he believes or how he lives. Our meaningful gifts collection puts them in one place.
11. St. Christopher pendant, $70
By tradition, St. Christopher is the patron saint of travelers, and many men wear him on journeys big and small. The St. Christopher pendant is rated 4.8 stars from 25 reviews and comes on a Cuban, Rope or Snake chain. A good pick for a man who travels for work or is about to move away.
12. A cross from the Crosses collection
For a man of faith, a cross worn every day can be a quiet, daily reminder. The Crosses collection has 8 pieces, from pendants to bracelets, so you can choose the size and style he is most likely to wear.
The Creation of Adam pieces above sit in this group too. Many read the image as a reminder of where we come from and what connects us. Others simply like it as art. Both are fair ways to wear it.
Under $100, including the $99 stacks
Most of this list sits under $100 in the US. Here is the short version if you are shopping as gifts for him under $100:
- Chip Tanzanite, Void Onyx or St. Christopher pendant: $70 each
- Creation of Adam Cuff V2: $60
- Creation of Adam Pendant & Ring Gift Set: $79
- Minimal Void Gift Set: $90
- Essential Chip Tanzanite Gift Set: $99
- Any 2 pendants, any 3 bracelets or any 4 rings: $99 in the US
The pendant stack is worth a look if you want two necklaces for him. Pick any 2 pendants for $99 (US), each on the chain and length you choose, and mix gold and silver if you like. Every stack includes a free Travel Box.
Outside the stacks, any order with 2 or more pieces also gets a free Travel Box. It keeps his jewelry in one place at home and in a bag.
Getting the size right without asking
You can get the size right without spoiling the surprise.
Necklaces
On most men, 20 in sits around the collarbone and 22 in sits a little lower. If you are unsure, 22 in is the safer pick. It is also the most chosen length on the Void Onyx. Our necklace size guide shows chains from 16 to 30 in. If a chain turns out short, a 3 in chain extender ($12.99) adds length.
Rings
Borrow a ring he already wears and measure the inside diameter. Then match it on our ring size guide. We carry US sizes 6 to 12, from 16.8mm inside diameter for size 6 to 22.5mm for size 12.
Bracelets and the cuff
The Creation of Adam Cuff V2 in Regular fits most wrists and adjusts, so it is the easy choice when you do not know his size.
If you still get it wrong, we have a 30-day return and exchange policy, so a wrong size can be exchanged.
Christmas order cut-offs and gift wrap
To arrive by Christmas, order by these dates:
- US standard (2 to 5 business days): order by December 17
- US express (1 to 2 business days): order by December 21
- Canada (4 to 8 business days): order by December 12
- UK, Europe, Australia and the rest of the world (7 to 14 business days): order by December 5
Carriers get busy in December, so the earlier you order the better. If you are late, express is the safest last-minute option in the US. Full details are on our shipping page.
For gift wrap, add the Gift Box Bundle to your order. It is $10 in the US: a gift box with space for 2 necklaces and a ring (or earrings), plus a branded microfiber cleaning cloth. The box arrives empty and the pieces are packed separately, so you put them in yourself before you hand it over.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good first jewelry gift for a man?
A pendant on a chain is the easiest first gift. It does not need a ring size, it works with most clothes, and the Chip Tanzanite and Void Onyx pendants both come on a chain from $70 in the US.
What chain length should I buy if I do not know his size?
Go with 22 in. On most men it sits a little below the collarbone, and it is the most chosen length on the Void Onyx. A 3 in chain extender is available if he wants it longer.
Can he wear the jewelry in the shower or at the gym?
Yes. Our pieces are stainless steel, 18K gold plated or silver-tone, and waterproof and sweatproof, made to wear 24/7.
What happens if I get the size wrong?
We have a 30-day return and exchange policy, so a ring or bracelet in the wrong size can be exchanged.
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