Whatever message you are trying to convey, there is a diamond jewelry pendant to say it for you. From the sublime to the ridiculous, it is one of the most versatile items of jewelry. Whether you are buying for a birthday, for Christmas or just to say thank you, the sheer variety of gold and diamond jewelry pendants means the only problem you will have is making up your mind. Let's take a brief look at your options...

Give your loved one a diamond necklace pendant. There are different styles available, and good choices are the solitaire, the diamond drop and the heart pendant. They can be worn day or night at any occasion, or no occasion at all. The simple elegant design makes them go with everything and every occasion so they will get a lot of use.

Those with a passion for all creatures great and small may well appreciate an animal pendant as a gift, to remind them of their favorite mammal. Kitty cats and dolphins tend to be popular choices and make great presents for kids, young and old.

In recent times, religious jewelry has enjoyed a surge in popularity. Many people choose to wear crosses, Jewish pendants and other religious gemstones for fashion, and are attracted by the physical beauty rather than the religious connotations. Large crosses make a particularly bold fashion statement, especially when diamond-encrusted.

If you are having a hard time deciding which pendant would be right for someone, look for clues in their leisure activities. If they are avid golfers or tennis players, there are sports themed pendants that will appeal to them. And it will show that you put a lot of thought into your choice of gift.

Safe bet diamond jewelry pendants also include egg pendant, fancy pendants and floating pendant which offer neutral gift choices. The only thing that say is that whoever is purchasing has taken their time to think about the purchase and that they have good taste.

And let's not forget the little girls in your life. They will also appreciate a little diamond jewelry, in the form of pendants that can be worn on a handbag or charm bracelet. They love to dress up like mommy, and they will feel more grown up, even though they can't fully appreciate what fine jewelry means to a woman.