College Graduation Gift Guide

Graduating from college is a huge milestone in someone's life. It signals that a person is moving on to the next phase in their life. Otherwise known as commencement, it is both the beginning of a new life and the end of an old one. 

We've broken down this comprehensive guide to gifting personalized jewelry at a graduation ceremony so you can be sure they'll treasure your gift forever. By the end of this guide, you'll have found the perfect gift for college graduation 2021. 

Graduation is the culmination of years of hard work, sacrifices, and determination. Unlike birthdays, graduating is also one of the few milestones which is achieved through hard work, not just the passing of time.

For this reason, it is becoming more common to recognize and celebrate this extraordinary moment with something personal and memorable. 

Gifting jewelry dates back to around 100,000 years ago. Pieces of precious metal, polished rocks, shells, or feathers were a sign of wealth and status. They were gifted for important occasions such as weddings or the moment when a boy/girl became a man/woman.

Jewelry was given with specific intentions, such as to ward off evil, promote fertility, or provide luck. It could also symbol of rank, status and to show particular achievements.

Gold and silver became the most common metals to use in jewelry because both metals are too soft for other uses. Harder metals like iron could be recast or used for cooking pans or tools.

Nowadays, giving jewelry as a gift still holds the same cultural meaning as it did thousands of years ago. Jewelry is given to signify something special rather than something essential. It holds an emotional value above and beyond the cost of the metal. This makes it the perfect gift to mark a special occasion. 

One of the many reasons why jewelry is such a popular gift, especially for graduation ceremonies, is that it can be worn and loved daily, rather than put away on a shelf or in a cupboard. It becomes a small, daily reminded of how much they have achieved; how much they are loved.  

While other gifts can show care and love, they may not reflect the specific achievement. When gifting jewelry, especially personalized jewelry, you can add:

Personalized jewelry is also perfect for graduation because it can be matched to pieces for friends, family members, or teammates. Matching pieces can help create a link between the wearers like a bond that lasts a lifetime.

Jewelry is a timeless gift that will withstand the test of time. When looking back on their college days with fondness, your gift will help them remember exactly how they felt. Many gifts, such as clothing, will go out of style and won't be worn after a few years. Jewelry is not only durable enough to last but won't go out of date. 

Another standard graduation gift is a car to help them start their new independent life. But vehicles are replaced, usually within around ten years. Unlike other gifts which can be upgraded or replaced, a personalized monogram jewelry will be kept for a lifetime, like a good memory.

When it comes to choosing personalized jewelry, there are plenty of options. It is essential to think about the person you are buying for and what they might like.

When it comes to adding engravings, some pieces of jewelry may be limited by space. Think about what you want to say. Long messages might fit on a dog tag but wouldn't work on a bar. A single name would look elegant on a bar but might look a little lost on a large tag.

So, what are the different types of jewelry you can personalize? Here's a list of the most common and the most popular so you can get some college graduation gift ideas. 

There's a great variety of unique types of jewelry that you can personalize for your graduate. An assortment of styles combined with different customization options makes it easy to narrow down the best choice!

When it comes to choosing jewelry, it can be tough to know where to start. One of the first decisions you'll need to make is; gold or Silver. Some people only wear gold or only wear silver in this case; your choice is easy. But many people like to mix and match. Whatever you choose, you should know what you're getting. 

With so many choices, it can be overwhelming when deciding what to buy your loved one. To help you make up your mind, we've compiled a list of the top three most popular designs that everyone loves and are a truly memorable and beautiful gift.

These designs are eternally popular and won't ever go out of style, so you can be sure they will continue wearing your present for years to come. 

The remarkable thing about personalized jewelry are the extra touches that take your gift from a beautiful present to truly special. 

Graduating from college is always thought of as "the big one," but your children or loved one will likely graduate from high school. Some people may never go to college. Graduation comes in many forms including:

Studies have shown that positive reinforcement and proper recognition of achievements can help a child grow in confidence and encourage further learning and development.  By showing them that you see their achievement, you are helping them prepare for the future. This is why you shouldn't limited graduation presents to just college graduation; there are plenty of other achievements to celebrate. 

With so many different ways to achieve and graduate, it's highly likely you'll have a child graduating more than once. This means you'll need more than one present. 

Another fantastic way of doing this is to buy a charm bracelet when they are young and add charms to it as they achieve great things. At first, this could be a little pair of feet for their first steps or a book when they learn to read. As they grow older and graduate from high school and college, you can add to the bracelet.

Graduating from college or an educational program takes work and often lots of support behind the scenes. According to research, students who received emotional support from family and friends were 19% more likely to achieve a grade of over 3.0.

It's a team effort. Many people who helped and supported over the years can often feel like graduation is a big day for them as well. Giving them a small token of appreciation and recognition for their work helps make this a special day for everyone. 

Let's be honest; it's usually mom and dad who take the brunt of the emotional support. Whether it's homework help, emotional 2 am phone calls, home-cooked meals, or laundry duty, Mom and Dad deserve a massive thank you.

But graduation is for everyone. Parents, grandparents, siblings, friends, even old teachers, and mentors want to help celebrate just how far someone has come. They say it takes a village to raise a child; it also takes a village to help one graduate. Around 50% of college graduates say a strong foundation of support was the key to their success. 

So, when the big day comes, don't forget everyone else who helped make this day possible. The question is, what to get them?

Personalized jewelry is a unique present to give. As such, it can be challenging to track down precisely what you are looking for. There are effectively two approaches you can take when beginning your search for the perfect personalized graduation gift.

Choosing a present to remember college graduation can be difficult. Many traditional presents aren't useful or spend the rest of their life at the back of a dusty shelf or in the moving box that was just never unpacked. Customizable jewelry is a thoughtful, personal gift that can be enjoyed for years.

The range of options from dainty necklaces to dog tags and key rings means you can create something specific to your loved one that they will genuinely treasure forever. We hope this guide has helped inspire you to find something unique and personal for Graduation 2021.

Helpful reading:

A Messages In Metal gift guide
A guide to help you choose the perfect personalized initial jewelry
A comprehensive guide to choosing a name necklace

December 8, 2020 by Conor Daniels