6 Best Holiday Jewelry Gifts for Dad: Our Top Picks

The holidays are a great time to give dad something he will keep for years. Ties and gadgets get tucked away. Jewelry gets worn, and every time he puts it on, he thinks of who gave it to him.

I looked through Brilliant Earth’s men’s jewelry and picked six gifts I would be happy to give. You will find cufflinks, two chain necklaces, a chain bracelet, a ring, and a black diamond tennis necklace. Prices run from a few hundred dollars to several thousand, so there is a good fit for most budgets. So where do you start? Think about what he already wears every day, and pick the gift that fits next to it.

Here’s What We’ll Cover

• 1. Homme Engravable Round Cufflinks
• 2. 22 in. Cuban Diamond Cut Domed Chain Necklace
• 3. Dakota 7.5 in. Lightweight Wheat Chain Bracelet (3.9mm)
• 4. Maverick 5.5mm Wedding Ring
• 5. Blake 22 in. Curb Chain Necklace (3mm)
• 6. Black Diamond Tennis Necklace (4 ct. tw.)
• In Summary
• FAQ

1. Homme Engravable Round Cufflinks

Price range: Under $500

Available in: Silver

Cufflinks suit a dad who dresses up for work, weddings, or the holiday party. The Homme Engravable Round Cufflinks keep things simple. Each one is round and 2/3 of an inch across, with beveled edges that catch the light. Beveled means the edge slopes at an angle instead of sitting flat. The edges have a high-polish finish, so they shine, and both cufflinks match.

Here is what turns them into a gift worth keeping. You can engrave the back of each cufflink with initials, a date, or a short word. He sees it every time he gets dressed, and nobody else has to. They fit standard French cuffs. Those are the folded-back cuffs made for cufflinks.

Brilliant Earth designs the Homme men’s line at its San Francisco studio, and these cufflinks use repurposed precious metals. Silver goes with white, blue, and gray shirts, so he won’t have to think about matching. If dad owns one good dress shirt, this is an easy yes.

2. 22 in. Cuban Diamond Cut Domed Chain Necklace

Price range: Under $1,000

Available in: Ruthenium

A Cuban link chain is a men’s classic, and this one skips the usual yellow gold. It comes in ruthenium, which gives the chain a dark, shiny finish. It is a good pick for a dad who doesn’t wear gold.

The links are domed and diamond cut. That means each link has small flat faces, like the facets on a gemstone, so the chain catches light as he moves. It is a solid chain, 1/5 of an inch wide and 22 inches long, with a lobster clasp. At that width, it is easy to notice but not so wide that it looks heavy. A lobster clasp is the small claw-style latch that is easy to grab and stays shut.

What does he wear most days? If it’s dark colors and a plain shirt, this chain fits right in.

3. Dakota 7.5 in. Lightweight Wheat Chain Bracelet (3.9mm)

Price range: Under $1,000 in 14K gold

Available in: 14K yellow gold and 14K white gold

A wheat chain looks like tightly woven strands of grain. That weave gives the bracelet a texture you can see and feel. This one is hollow, so it stays light on the wrist even at 3.9mm wide. A lobster clasp holds it closed.

Fit matters with a bracelet. Brilliant Earth offers the Dakota in 6.5, 7.5, and 8.5 inches, and the 7.5 inch size gives a slightly looser fit than the 6.5. If you are unsure of his wrist size, Brilliant Earth has a bracelet sizing guide on its site, and a jeweler can help at any of its 40+ stores.

He can wear it alone every day or stack it with other chains. The Dakota and the Blake Curb Chain Necklace both come in 14K yellow gold, so the two work as a matching set.

4. Maverick 5.5mm Wedding Ring

Price range: $1,000 to $2,000 in 14K gold

Available in: 14K or 18K yellow gold, 14K or 18K white gold, 14K rose gold, and platinum

A ring works best for a dad who already wears one. The Maverick has a textured, beveled finish, so the surface isn’t flat and plain. That small detail gives the band some character without looking busy.

This version is 5.5mm wide. If that is too wide or too narrow, Brilliant Earth also makes the Maverick in 4.5mm and 6.5mm. With six metal options, you can match the gold or platinum he already wears. If you aren’t sure which one he likes, look at his other jewelry. Yellow gold looks warm, while white gold and platinum look silver.

Ring size is the one thing that can trip up a gift. Brilliant Earth offers a free ring sizer, and the Maverick cannot be resized, so confirm the size before you order.

5. Blake 22 in. Curb Chain Necklace (3mm)

Price range: $1,000 to $2,000 in 14K gold

Available in: 14K yellow gold, 14K white gold, and silver

If dad wants one chain that goes with everything, curb links are the easy choice. The links are flattened and twisted, so the chain lies smooth against the neck and looks right with a t-shirt or a dress shirt.

The Blake is a solid chain, which means the links are filled in instead of hollow, so you can feel its weight in your hand. It is 22 inches long and 1/8 of an inch wide, with a lobster clasp. Brilliant Earth also offers it in 20 and 24 inches, plus a wider 3.6mm version. That lets you pick how low it hangs and how thick it looks.

It also makes a good base. Dad can add a charm later if he wants to make it more personal.

6. Black Diamond Tennis Necklace (4 ct. tw.)

Price range: Over $5,000

Available in: 14K white gold

This is the boldest gift on the list. A tennis necklace is a single row of matching stones that sit along a thin chain. Here, every stone is a black diamond.

The 20 inch necklace holds 228 round black diamonds with a total weight of about 4 carats. Each stone is prong set, which means tiny metal claws hold it in place. The chain is only 1/15 of an inch wide, so the look is dark and sharp instead of chunky. Brilliant Earth lists the clarity as eye clean, which means you can’t see flaws in the stones without magnification. A box clasp with a safety catch keeps it closed. A 16 inch version with 3 carats total weight is also available.

Is your dad ready for something that stands out? For the dad who already wears jewelry and likes a little drama, this is the one.

In Summary

A good jewelry gift for dad is one he wears without thinking about it. Cufflinks and chains cover everyday and dressy. A ring fits the dad who already wears one. The black diamond tennis necklace is for the dad who wants something that stands out.

How do you choose? Start with what he already wears. If he wears a chain every day, add a bracelet. If he dresses up often, go with cufflinks. If he likes to try something new, the ruthenium Cuban chain or the tennis necklace is a fun place to land.

Brilliant Earth has 40+ stores where you can see men’s jewelry in person and book a one-on-one visit with a jeweler. Every product comes with a free lifetime warranty, and about 99% of the precious metals Brilliant Earth uses are repurposed.

Check the estimated delivery date on each product page before you order, so the gift arrives in time for the holiday.

FAQ

What are good holiday jewelry gifts for dad at different budgets?

A few hundred dollars gets you engravable silver cufflinks. Chains, a bracelet, and a ring in 14K gold sit in the middle of the range, and a black diamond tennis necklace sits at the top. Brilliant Earth’s men’s jewelry covers all of these in one place.

What jewelry gift works for a dad who likes simple style?

A solid chain, a plain band, or round cufflinks are good places to start. The Blake Curb Chain Necklace and the Homme Engravable Round Cufflinks both keep the design plain and easy to wear.

Can I personalize a jewelry gift for dad?

Yes. You can engrave the back of each Homme Engravable Round Cufflink with initials, a date, or a short word. The Maverick 5.5mm Wedding Ring offers engraving too. Engraved rings can’t be returned or exchanged, and resizing an engraved ring carries a fee, so confirm the size before you add engraving.

What metals does Brilliant Earth offer in men’s jewelry?

Men’s jewelry comes in 14K and 18K yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, platinum, and silver. Brilliant Earth also offers ruthenium, stainless steel, and titanium. Metal options vary by product, so check each product page.

How do I pick the right ring or bracelet size?

For rings, Brilliant Earth offers a free ring sizer, and the Maverick 5.5mm Wedding Ring cannot be resized, so confirm the size before you order. For bracelets, the Dakota comes in 6.5, 7.5, and 8.5 inches, and a bracelet sizing guide is on the site. A jeweler can also help you at any store.

Can I see men’s jewelry in person at a Brilliant Earth store?

Yes. Brilliant Earth has 40+ stores across the US where you can book an appointment and work one on one with a jeweler. Virtual appointments are available too.

Does Brilliant Earth jewelry come with a warranty?

Yes. Brilliant Earth offers a free lifetime warranty on all of its products. You can read the full details on the Brilliant Earth website.

About the author

Ira Weissman