9 Delicate Charm Necklaces That Never Go Out of Style

Pretty, delicate and filled with meaning, personal charm necklaces never go out of style.

Happiness, power, prosperity: The diamond-eyed elephant symbolizes all three, packing a lot of sentiment into a small golden package. ($105; chibijewels.com)

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The whimsical font suits the sentiment; a well-placed tiny diamond sets it apart from other nameplate pieces. (Shy by Sydney Evan, $125; bergdorfgoodman.com)

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Seven—or any lucky number—is even more charmed when dangling from a sparkly sterling silver chain. ($148; alexwoo.com)

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Layer sleek gold disks—engraved with names or initials—for a necklace that's as bold as it will be beloved. ($150; nashelle.com)

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Delicate letters suspended on an equally light gold chain make this a perfect wear-every-day piece. (Maya Brenner at BaubleBar, $280; baublebar.com)

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Keep this elegant oval—studded with pavé diamonds and hanging on a sterling silver chain—close to your heart. ($295; meredithmarks.com)

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Whether you wish for stability or just really like the nautical trend, this gold anchor pendant will buoy your spirits. ($430; meandrojewelry.com)

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Send in your favorite photos and get these one-of-a-kind sterling silver tags. ($450; kellygerber.com)

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Mix and match stones, initials, and charms for a truly original look. (Chain, $55, and charms,$374 to $475 each; heathermoorejewelry.com)

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From the May 2013 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine