Graduation Necklaces: Personalized College Pendants
A graduation necklace is the easiest personalized gift to get right because there is no ring size to guess. These pendants are made to order with the school artwork, graduation year, name or initial you send, and you approve a digital proof before production starts.
Choosing a graduation necklace
School pendant, name or initial
A school pendant suits a graduate who wants the college or year on show. A name or initial necklace is quieter and gets worn long after the ceremony. If you cannot decide, think about what the graduate wears now and match that.
Artwork and wording
Send the school name, year and any seal or logo as a clear image. Pendants are made from artwork you supply and are entitled to use, and Swan Jewellry is not affiliated with any school. The proof shows the layout, so you can ask for changes before the piece is made.
Metal and wear
The metal choices are shown on each product page. Sterling silver is the practical everyday option. Gold plated and vermeil finishes look like gold and wear with daily use over months to years. Solid gold, where a design offers it, holds up better over time.
Frequently asked questions
What should a graduation necklace say?
Most buyers choose the school name or seal with the graduation year. A name, initial or degree also works. Keep the wording short so it stays readable on a small pendant, and use the digital proof to check the layout.
Is a necklace or a ring better for graduation?
A necklace is safer as a surprise because it needs no sizing. A ring feels closer to a traditional class ring. Both can carry the same school details, so the choice comes down to what the graduate already wears.
Can you put a college logo on a pendant?
Yes, when you send clear artwork that you are entitled to use. The design is adapted to the pendant shape and shown to you as a digital proof before production. We hold no license from any school.
How soon will a graduation necklace arrive?
Allow 24 to 48 hours for the proof, about 2 business days of production after you approve it, and 5 to 7 business days for tracked delivery. We cannot guarantee a date, so order early for a ceremony.
Can a graduation necklace be returned?
Personalized pieces are made for one person and are non-refundable, but manufacturing defects and wrong items are covered. Non-personalized items can be returned within 30 days of delivery. The full terms are in our exchange and return policy.
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