Updated as of June 2026
Diamond pendants
The hardest natural material and a long-standing symbol of enduring love, strength, and commitment. Here is how it works in pendants specifically.
Choosing a Diamond pendant
A pendant shows off a single stone and stays relatively protected. For color, look for an even colorless tone, and match the metal to your skin tone and budget.
Best metals and settings
Diamond pairs well with platinum, white gold, yellow gold, rose gold. An open setting lets more light into the stone. Compare options in our metal guides.
More on this stone: Diamond overview, price guide, and care guide.
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Is Diamond good for a pendant?
A pendant shows off a single stone and stays relatively protected.
How much does a Diamond pendant cost?
The stone itself runs about $1,000 to $15,000 per carat, and the finished pendant price depends on the metal and setting. Diamond pairs well with platinum, white gold, yellow gold, rose gold.
What metal suits a Diamond pendant?
Diamond looks best in platinum, white gold, yellow gold, rose gold. See our metal guides to weigh durability against cost.