Sideways Initial & Birthstone Necklace
Necklace Length Guide
Choosing the right necklace length can make all the difference to how your jewellery sits and feels. Our visual guide shows the four most popular lengths on an average neckline so you can easily see where each one falls:
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14" – Choker Length
Sits closely around the base of the neck. Perfect for a snug, elegant fit or for layering with longer pieces. -
16" – Classic Short Necklace
Falls just below the collarbone on most people. A timeless everyday length and ideal for small pendants. -
18" – Standard Pendant Length
Rests on the upper chest. This is our most popular and versatile length for gifting, flattering most necklines. -
20" – Longer, Relaxed Length
Sits a little lower on the chest for an effortlessly elegant look. Great for creating a layered style or adding extra movement.
Tip: Everyone’s proportions are a little different. If you're choosing a gift, 18" is the safest all-round option—beautiful on its own and easy to layer with other pieces.
- This item is custom-made to order. Our standard turnaround time is 3 business days but you can upgrade to 'Rush My Order' selection above if you would like your item to be made and shipped within 1 business day.
Details
- Sideways letter charm — 8.5mm, initial of your choice
- Small round crystal birthstone — 6mm, in your chosen birth month colour
- 316L surgical-grade stainless steel base in 18K gold plating or silver finish
- Dainty 1.2mm cable chain
- 1" extension chain for adjustable length
- Hypoallergenic and tarnish-resistant — water, sweat and shower safe
- Made to order in our Chester studio (3 business day standard turnaround, or 1 business day £10 rush option)
- Arrives gift-ready in our signature Abiza suede pouch
The Design
The sideways orientation is what makes this piece quietly special. Unlike a vertical pendant that drops downward, the letter sits horizontally at the collarbone — softly visible without ever being the loudest thing on you. The crystal birthstone hangs alongside as a small accent of colour. It's a layering piece by design: works alone for daily wear, layers beautifully under or above other necklaces.
About the Birthstones
The birthstones in this necklace are high-quality crystal birthstones — faceted to match the colour of each birth month's traditional stone, with the sparkle and brilliance of a precious gem at a more accessible price. A modern, considered way to wear a meaningful birthstone every day, made possible at this price and in this dainty scale by working with crystals rather than mined stones.
Who It's For
The everyday personalised piece for someone who likes their jewellery quiet, dainty and meaningful:
- For her birthday — her initial paired with her birth month stone
- For your daughter — a first personalised necklace she'll wear daily
- For your sister or best friend — her initial, her birthstone, no fuss
- For yourself — your initial paired with a stone for what you're working towards (citrine for abundance, amethyst for calm, rose quartz for self-love)
- For Mother's Day — Mum's initial with her child's birthstone (a quietly personal touch)
Made to Order
Each necklace is engraved to order in our Chester studio. Because each piece is personalised, we're unable to accept returns or exchanges on customised pieces unless there's a fault on our end. If something isn't right, contact us straight away and we'll put it right.
Care
Hypoallergenic and tarnish-resistant — safe for daily wear including showers and exercise. Wipe gently with a soft cloth after wear and avoid prolonged contact with perfume, lotion and chlorinated water to keep both the engraving and the birthstone sparkle at their best.
Looking for a Different Style?
If you'd rather the birthstone took centre stage in a statement teardrop cut, see our Birthstone Necklace with Initial Disc — same crystal birthstones, very different look. The stone is the hero, the initial sits alongside as a smaller accent.
If you'd rather skip the birthstone entirely and have your initial(s) only — including the option for multiple letters or charms (♡ ★ & more) — see our popular Sideways Initial Necklace.
- You will receive our jewellery in our beautiful branded pouches, ready to gift.
- You can always ship it directly to the recipient.
- Ribboned gift box, and a gift note is available.
- Please check estimated making times.
- Royal Mail Standard UK Delivery - £3
- Free Standard Delivery for UK orders above £60.
- UK Express Shipping is available at checkout for £6.
- Our packages are letterbox size and they don’t require a signature.
- Our delivery partners are Royal Mail, and DHL Express
- We cannot accept returns for personalised jewellery
- Your order will be shipped via Royal Mail International Tracked and Insured services.
- For EU buyers, all taxes & import duties included.
- There will be absolutely no other charges for US buyers.
- For buyers from other countries UK taxes will be deducted at checkout. You may need to pay import charges locally. Please check your country requirements before ordering.
