20 Best Initial Necklaces to Gift to a Friend or Yourself

Each letter on this necklace features gold studs attached to an embellished gold chain. This is an ideal pick if you’re looking for warm-tone jewelry for everyday wear.

• Length: 19"
• Materials: Gold-plated brass
• Closure: Lobster clasp

For a splurge-worthy initial necklace complete with a diamond, look no further than this piece that comes in 14k gold, rose gold, or white gold. We love that the single letter initial hangs on the right side of the necklace with an embedded 0.1 carat mini-diamond that has just enough sparkle.

• Length: 16"
• Materials: 14k gold, rose gold, or white gold
• Closure: Lobster clasp

Bubble letters are a trending, playful style that we’ve been seeing everywhere. We’re really into the retro, groovy shape of this one.

• Length: 15" with a 2" extender
• Materials: 14k-gold-plated brass
• Closure: Lobster clasp

This is a great gift for moms with more than one child. The sideways gold letters sit on the right side of the neck and can spell out the initials of her kiddos.

• Length: Customizable, 12" to 21"
• Materials: Silver, gold, rose gold
• Closure: Spring ring

This single letter bubble initial necklace is a bestseller and affordable at under $60. It has three-dimensional gold block letters that hang off of a chunky chain, and adds personality to any outfit. Buy this for yourself—or your girlfriend—she won’t be disappointed.

• Length: 18" with a 3" extender
• Materials: Gold plate
• Closure: Lobster clasp

Customize your initial necklace even further with this pick that pairs single-letter initial charms with birthstones. You can opt for an 18k gold, sterling silver, or rose gold chain with the length and birthstone of your choice.

• Length: Customizable, 14" to 22"
• Materials: Gold, rose gold, silver, white gold, cubic zirconia
• Closure: Spring ring

This rhinestone letter necklace proves that something sparkly doesn’t need to break the bank. The thick gold pendant is decked out with cubic zirconia and hangs on a 14k-gold-plated chain. This $28 pick is also nickel- and lead-free, making it great for hypoallergenic jewelry shoppers too.

• Length: 5, 20, 30 mm
• Materials: Gold, silver
• Closure: Lobster clasp

If pearl necklaces are your thing, may we introduce you to this half-chain, half-pearl initial necklace that can dress up any look? We love the contrasting shapes, style, and versatility of this one, the single-letter charm, and the fact that the gold hue won’t tarnish or corrode over time.

• Length: 14"
• Materials: 14k gold plate, pearls
• Closure: Lobster clasp

Mini initial necklaces are a great way to wear a letter without garnering too much attention. If this is more your speed, we love this gold mini-alphabet necklace that can be worn on its own or layered with other chains of various lengths.

• Length: 16" with a 2" extender
• Materials: 18k-gold-plated brass
• Closure: Spring ring

Pendants are a fun way to play with length and shape when styling your necklaces. This bubble letter pendant is a favorite for this reason: It sits at 18 inches, which hangs a bit lower than your typical 14-inch or 16-inch necklace.

• Length: 18"
• Materials: Gold-tone metal
• Closure: Lobster clasp

This initial-necklace choker combines so many aspects of jewelry we love: herringbone detail, a thick gold chain, and a sparkling letter. You can get a nice balance of sophistication and playfulness with the monogram detail.

• Length: 12" with a 5" extender
• Materials: 18k gold plate, cubic zirconia
• Closure: Lobster clasp

A layered necklace set is an easy way to mix and match various chains in your collection. This letter necklace set does just that with its two varied-length chains and hexagon initial pendant. The best part is that the chains can be worn separately and the pendant is reversible, with a heart imprint on the other side if ever you want to switch up the initial necklace look.

• Length: 14" with a 2" extender
• Materials: 14k gold plate
• Closure: Lobster clasp

This locket-style monogram necklace is a must if you’re looking for an initial necklace that will make a statement. Your SO will love the intricate details surrounding each letter, the real opening-locket mechanism, and the vintage-looking style.

• Length: One Size
• Materials: Metal
• Closure: Lobster clasp

This charming heart necklace will add a personal touch to any button-down shirt or basic white T-shirt. The pendant has a lustrous gold finish with an engraved letter that makes it a simple, yet noteworthy piece of jewelry.

• Length: 17" with a 3" extender
• Materials: Gold-tone plate
• Closure: Lobster clasp

If you’re looking for something with more sparkle, this cubic-zirconia necklace has a capital-letter initial charm that adds a shimmery touch. It comes in white gold, yellow gold, or rose gold.

• Length: 18" with a 2" extender
• Materials: Yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, cubic zirconia
• Closure: Lobster clasp

This stunning initial-letter charm necklace has an old-script font that vintage jewelry lovers will obsess over. It comes in a striking yellow gold that adds a touch of character to any look.

• Length: 16"
• Materials: Gold-tone metal
• Closure: Spring ring

For a really intricate initial necklace, go with this piece designed with a twisted gold-wire frame. This necklace is a marvel to look at and can be extended up to 19 inches, so you can wear it on its own as a standout piece.

• Length: 15" with a 4" extender
• Materials: 18k gold plate, sterling silver, cubic zirconia
• Closure: Lobster clasp