Gold Name Necklace Buying Guide: 14K vs 18K, Languages, Price
Posted by YANIV SEGAL
A solid 14K gold name necklace from Segal starts at $815, and 18K and platinum versions run up to $1,851. Before you pay, type the name on the product page, press Generate necklace, and about 30 seconds later you see that exact name drawn in gold. This guide covers 14K vs 18K, lettering, the 10 scripts we support and what each option costs.
How much is a gold name necklace?
Price on a name necklace is driven by the metal, not by the number of letters you need. Our solid gold name necklaces start from $815 in 14K and go up to $1,851 for the 18K and platinum variants. A 22K version is available on select designs, such as the Katlin necklace from $1,734. Diamond name necklaces, with natural diamonds set across the letters, run from $3,470 to $4,484.
| Metal | Gold content | Color and wear | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14K yellow, white or rose gold | 58.3% gold | Richest balance of color and durability for everyday wear | From $815 |
| 18K yellow, white or rose gold | 75% gold | Deeper, warmer yellow; slightly softer | Higher than 14K, up to $1,851 |
| Platinum | Platinum (not gold) | Naturally white; dense and heavy | Up to $1,851 |
| 22K yellow gold (select designs) | 91.7% gold | The most saturated yellow; softest of the group | From $1,734 (Katlin) |
| Diamond name necklace (14K/18K) | Gold set with natural diamonds | Pavé letters; English (Latin) letters only | $3,470–$4,484 |
14K vs 18K gold name necklace: which should you choose?
For most people we recommend 14K. A name necklace is thin metal cut into curves and loops, and the extra hardness of 14K helps the letters hold their shape when the necklace catches on a scarf or gets tangled in a drawer. It is also the most affordable solid gold option.
Choose 18K if you want a deeper yellow tone or if the wearer has a known sensitivity to the alloys in lower karats. Choose white gold or platinum for a cool, silver-toned look; platinum is naturally white, while white gold is typically plated to boost its brightness. Rose gold flatters warmer skin tones and reads softer in photos.
See your name in gold before you order
The question we heard most for years was simple: "What will my name actually look like?" Letters join differently in every name. The loop of an "L" behaves differently next to an "i" than next to an "a". So we built a live preview into every gold name necklace page.
- Open any gold name necklace page and choose your metal.
- Type the name: up to 9 letters, one or two words, letters only.
- Press Generate necklace. In about 30 seconds the page draws your exact name in gold (about 1 minute for diamond name necklaces).
- Check how the letters connect, and try spelling variations side by side if you are unsure.
- Order when the preview matches what you pictured. Shipping is free worldwide.
Gold name necklace in other languages
Gold name necklaces support 10 scripts, so the preview works whether the name is written in English, Hebrew, Arabic or Korean. Diamond name necklaces are English (Latin) letters only.
| Script | Languages it covers | Collection |
|---|---|---|
| Latin | English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, German and other Latin-alphabet languages | Gold name necklaces |
| Hebrew | Hebrew | Hebrew |
| Arabic | Arabic, plus Persian/Farsi and Urdu letters | Arabic |
| Chinese | Chinese characters | Chinese |
| Japanese | Kana and kanji | Japanese |
| Korean | Hangul | Korean |
| Devanagari | Hindi | Hindi |
| Cyrillic | Russian | Russian |
| Armenian | Armenian | Armenian |
| Thai | Thai | Thai |
For a deeper look at each script, read name necklaces in any language.
Lettering: what makes a name necklace look good
Short names with a mix of tall and round letters, like Lily or Liam, look balanced at any size. Long names spread wider across the collarbone, which is why we cap names at 9 letters. Names with repeated round letters (such as "o" and "e") can look busy in a tight script; the preview shows this immediately, and switching to a nickname often solves it.
Two-word options work well for couples' initials plus a name, or a first and middle name that are both short. Capitalization follows what you type, so check it in the preview.
Every necklace is made to order in Los Angeles from the name you typed, so the piece you receive is the piece you approved on screen. It is covered by our lifetime warranty and built for everyday wear rather than special occasions only. If anything ever needs attention, our Los Angeles workshop is one email away, and so is the team that made it.
Shop the look
- Gold Name Necklace – Liam | 14K Solid Gold — from $815. A short name with a strong capital: the classic 14K choice.
- Gold Name Necklace – Lily | 14K Solid Gold — from $815. Tall loops and a low tail, a good example of balanced lettering.
- 22K Gold Name Necklace – Katlin | Solid Gold — from $1,734. 22K yellow gold for the most saturated color.
- Diamond Gold Name Necklace - Bella — from $3,470. Natural diamonds set across English letters for the most sparkle.
Frequently asked questions
Is a 14K gold name necklace real gold? Yes. Our name necklaces are solid gold: 14K is 58.3% pure gold, 18K is 75%. They are not plated or gold-filled.
How many letters can a name necklace have? Up to 9 letters, in one or two words, letters only.
Can I see my name necklace before buying? Yes. Type the name, press Generate necklace, and the page draws it in gold in about 30 seconds (about 1 minute for diamond name necklaces).
Do you make name necklaces in other languages? Gold name necklaces support 10 scripts: Latin, Hebrew, Arabic (including Persian and Urdu letters), Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Hindi, Russian, Armenian and Thai. Diamond name necklaces use English letters only.
Which is better for a name necklace, 14K or 18K? 14K for everyday durability and value; 18K for a deeper yellow color. Both are solid gold and covered by our lifetime warranty.
