Graduation Gift Guide: Fine Jewelry for Each Graduate

Kimberly Zerkel | June 16, 2025

Mark this special moment in your graduate’s life with fine jewelry crafted for a lifetime. In your search for graduation gift ideas, know that no two graduates are the same. Whether it’s a small but impactful design for your high school graduate or an opulent future heirloom for a PhD, there are many styles and price points to choose from. Here’s a look at designs featuring VRAI created diamonds that will make the perfect graduation gift. 

Best-Selling Graduation Jewelry Gifts

Best-selling graduation gifts are beloved for a reason. They’re timeless, versatile, and often essential designs for starting any fine jewelry collection. So if you’re having trouble deciding on a specific style, look to pieces that are sought-after again and again. A Tennis Bracelet with an array of VRAI created diamonds, a Pavé Signet Ring similar to a class ring, or a Solitaire Stud or elegant necklace highlighting their favorite diamond shape are perfect gift options to start with. 

Unique Graduation Jewelry Gifts

Maybe your graduate has a distinct style, or they already have a well-curated jewelry collection and need something new and different. Look for designs that pair well with classics or highlight multiple diamond shapes. Dome Hoops or a Dome Solitaire Necklace are bold and modern, yet timeless enough to love for a lifetime. Bracelets and rings that feature mixed-shape diamonds are also a fresh addition to their look.

Unisex Graduation Jewelry Gifts

There’s a fine jewelry gift for everyone. For the graduate wanting a unisex look, Pavé Hoop Earrings are an ideal style for those with pierced ears. For others, a bold, structured Cigar Band, a shining Medallion, or a Bezel Solitaire Bracelet are the perfect touches to add to their everyday or special occasions. 

Graduation Jewelry For Every Budget

Wanting to celebrate with a little something special — or looking to go all out with a statement-making design? There’s versatile graduation jewelry to fit every celebration and budget. 

Graduation Jewelry Under $300

For a meaningful gift that won’t break the bank, consider Cluster Studs that combine multiple diamonds, a Petite Solitaire Necklace for layering, a Tiny Station Bracelet for added shimmer, or an engraveable Sterling Silver Bar Necklace. 

Graduation Jewelry Under $600

If you have more room in your budget, consider the elegance of a Solitaire Necklace, a unique and sought-after Mixed Cuff Ring engraved with their graduation year, vintage-inspired and symbolic Toi et Moi Studs, and Floating Station Necklaces and Bracelets. 

Graduation Jewelry Over $600

Now is the time to indulge — give them an unforgettable gift that they’ll cherish for years to come. A Tennis Necklace featuring an endless array of stones, Eternity Bands that symbolize your eternal love and bond, Eternity Hoops that are head-turning and eye-catching, and an extra-large Tennis Bracelet for unforgettable shine are ideal gifts. 

Which Jewelry Gift Is Right For Your Graduate?

Consider your graduate’s style and taste before selecting your thoughtful gift. Do they prefer minimalist, understated fashion? Choose something timeless and sleek, like solitaire jewelry. Are they adventurous and bold? Consider styles that are more diamond-forward, like tennis jewelry. Have a look at their existing jewelry collection for inspiration.

Gift Graduation Jewelry With VRAI Created Diamonds

Celebrate this special occasion and their bright future ahead with fine jewelry crafted to last a lifetime, featuring diamonds grown in VRAI’s zero-emission foundry. Each design is a testament to today’s hard work and tomorrow’s promise.  

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