Pink Sapphire Tennis Necklace
Bezel Set Diamond Tennis Necklace
Classic Diamond Tennis Necklace
Bezel Set Lapis Tennis Necklace
Bezel Set Turquoise Tennis Necklace
Rainbow Tennis Necklace
Blue Sapphire Necklace
Tennis Necklaces in Solid Gold — Made to Order in Our London Atelier
A tennis necklace at Argent & Asher is made in solid gold — not plated, not gold-fill. Every stone, whether a natural diamond or a precious gemstone, is individually set by hand in our London atelier. A piece made this way has a consistency and weight that cannot be replicated in mass production. Made to order, finished to order, worn for years.
Diamond Tennis Necklaces — Set in Solid Gold by Hand
The diamond tennis necklace is the piece that defines the category — a continuous line of natural diamonds running the length of the necklace, each stone individually set so the diamonds sit flush against each other. At Argent & Asher, every diamond in the collection is natural, mined and hand-set in solid 18ct gold.
The Classic Diamond Tennis Necklace uses a claw setting — each diamond held in four fine prongs, the maximum amount of stone visible from every angle. £5,650 in solid 18ct gold. The Bezel Tennis Necklace takes the same stones and sets each one in a continuous gold bezel — a more modern, architectural result in which the gold becomes part of the design. From £4,130 in solid 9ct or 18ct gold. The Bezel Set Diamond Tennis Necklace gives a broader bezel, more gold visible between each stone, a bolder proportion overall. £4,250 in solid 18ct gold.
All three use natural mined diamonds. For a broader view of diamond necklaces in solid gold, the full collection covers name and initial styles alongside these tennis pieces.
Gemstone Tennis Necklaces — Sapphire, Turquoise, Lapis and Rainbow
The gemstone pieces in this collection apply the tennis necklace format to coloured stones — each stone bezel-set in solid gold, running continuously around the neck. The Pink Sapphire Tennis Necklace sets natural pink sapphires in solid gold, from £2,940. The Blue Sapphire Necklace gives the same format in deeper, saturated sapphire blue, from £2,940. Both are available in 9ct and 18ct yellow or white gold.
The Bezel Set Turquoise Tennis Necklace and the Bezel Set Lapis Tennis Necklace use larger, flat-faced stones for a bolder result — the rich colour of turquoise or lapis set against solid gold, from £3,390. For a piece that works across all tones, the Rainbow Tennis Necklace runs through a spectrum of coloured gemstones in a single continuous line, from £2,065 — the most versatile piece in the collection.
Every gemstone tennis necklace is made to order in our London atelier. For the wider range of gemstone jewellery in solid gold, the full collection covers earrings, rings and pendants alongside these necklace styles.
Solid Gold. Every Stone Set by Hand in Our London Atelier.
Claw Set vs Bezel Set — Which Diamond Tennis Necklace to Choose
The setting determines how much diamond you see and how the necklace moves on the neck.
A claw setting — used in the Classic Diamond Tennis Necklace — holds each diamond in four fine prongs. The stone is almost entirely exposed: the maximum light enters from every angle, and the necklace looks like a continuous stream of diamonds with very little metal visible. It's the more traditional setting for a diamond tennis necklace, and the one that makes the most of the stone.
A bezel setting — used in the Bezel Tennis Necklace and the Bezel Set Diamond Tennis Necklace — wraps each stone in a fine rim of gold. Less diamond is visible, but the necklace has a different quality: more structured, more modern, more considered as a design object rather than a pure display of stones. The bezel setting also holds the stone more securely, which makes it better suited to daily wear.
Both settings use the same natural diamonds. The choice is about the look you want and how you intend to wear it.
How to Wear a Tennis Necklace — Length, Layering and Occasion
A tennis necklace traditionally sits at the collarbone — long enough to lie flat across the chest without tension, short enough to show the full stone line. The pieces in this collection are designed for this placement.
Worn alone, a diamond tennis necklace makes enough of a statement that nothing else is needed. Worn layered, it works well beneath a fine plain gold chain or alongside a diamond name necklace on a slightly longer setting — the two pieces occupy different visual registers without competing.
The gemstone pieces — particularly the Rainbow Tennis Necklace and the Pink Sapphire Tennis Necklace — layer well with plain gold chains or worn alone against a white shirt or a simple neckline. The colour carries the piece.
Every piece in this collection is solid gold, which means it can be worn without removing it — in the shower, in the sea, in daily life.
Tennis Necklaces in Solid Gold — A Price and Style Guide
The collection runs from the Rainbow Tennis Necklace at £2,065 — the most accessible and the most versatile — through the Pink Sapphire and Blue Sapphire styles from £2,940, to the three diamond tennis necklaces between £4,130 and £5,650.
For a first gold tennis necklace: the Rainbow style gives the full format — continuous stones, solid gold setting, collarbone length — at the most considered price point. Available in 9ct and 18ct yellow gold.
For the clearest, most classic diamond result: the Classic Diamond Tennis Necklace at £5,650 in solid 18ct gold. Natural diamonds, claw-set, maximum stone visibility.
For daily wear with a more protective setting: the Bezel Tennis Necklace from £4,130. The same quality of diamonds, held more securely, with a slightly more architectural look.
All are made to order in our London atelier. Lead times and carat options are on each product page.
Solid Gold. Every Stone Set by Hand in Our London Atelier.
Claw Set vs Bezel Set — Which Diamond Tennis Necklace to Choose
The setting determines how much diamond you see and how the necklace moves on the neck.
A claw setting — used in the Classic Diamond Tennis Necklace — holds each diamond in four fine prongs. The stone is almost entirely exposed: the maximum light enters from every angle, and the necklace looks like a continuous stream of diamonds with very little metal visible. It's the more traditional setting for a diamond tennis necklace, and the one that makes the most of the stone.
A bezel setting — used in the Bezel Tennis Necklace and the Bezel Set Diamond Tennis Necklace — wraps each stone in a fine rim of gold. Less diamond is visible, but the necklace has a different quality: more structured, more modern, more considered as a design object rather than a pure display of stones. The bezel setting also holds the stone more securely, which makes it better suited to daily wear.
Both settings use the same natural diamonds. The choice is about the look you want and how you intend to wear it.
How to Wear a Tennis Necklace — Length, Layering and Occasion
A tennis necklace traditionally sits at the collarbone — long enough to lie flat across the chest without tension, short enough to show the full stone line. The pieces in this collection are designed for this placement.
Worn alone, a diamond tennis necklace makes enough of a statement that nothing else is needed. Worn layered, it works well beneath a fine plain gold chain or alongside a diamond name necklace on a slightly longer setting — the two pieces occupy different visual registers without competing.
The gemstone pieces — particularly the Rainbow Tennis Necklace and the Pink Sapphire Tennis Necklace — layer well with plain gold chains or worn alone against a white shirt or a simple neckline. The colour carries the piece.
Every piece in this collection is solid gold, which means it can be worn without removing it — in the shower, in the sea, in daily life.
Tennis Necklaces in Solid Gold — A Price and Style Guide
The collection runs from the Rainbow Tennis Necklace at £2,065 — the most accessible and the most versatile — through the Pink Sapphire and Blue Sapphire styles from £2,940, to the three diamond tennis necklaces between £4,130 and £5,650.
For a first gold tennis necklace: the Rainbow style gives the full format — continuous stones, solid gold setting, collarbone length — at the most considered price point. Available in 9ct and 18ct yellow gold.
For the clearest, most classic diamond result: the Classic Diamond Tennis Necklace at £5,650 in solid 18ct gold. Natural diamonds, claw-set, maximum stone visibility.
For daily wear with a more protective setting: the Bezel Tennis Necklace from £4,130. The same quality of diamonds, held more securely, with a slightly more architectural look.
All are made to order in our London atelier. Lead times and carat options are on each product page.
Tennis Necklaces — Questions Answered
What is a tennis necklace?
A tennis necklace is a necklace in which a continuous line of stones — typically diamonds or gemstones — runs the full length of the piece, with each stone individually set in precious metal. The stones sit flush against each other with no gaps, so the necklace appears as an unbroken line of brilliance at the collarbone. The name comes from tennis player Chris Evert, who broke her diamond bracelet mid-match at the 1987 US Open and stopped play to find it — the style has been known as a 'tennis' necklace (and bracelet) ever since. At Argent & Asher, every tennis necklace is made in solid gold with natural or precious gemstones, individually set by hand in our London atelier.
What's the difference between a claw-set and bezel-set tennis necklace?
In a claw setting, each stone is held by four fine prongs of gold, leaving the majority of the stone exposed. This maximises the amount of light entering the stone and gives the necklace a more sparkle-forward, traditional look — the Classic Diamond Tennis Necklace uses this setting. In a bezel setting, each stone is wrapped in a continuous rim of gold. Less stone is visible, but the result is more structured and modern — and the stone is held more securely, making it better for daily wear. The Bezel Tennis Necklace and Bezel Set Diamond Tennis Necklace use bezel settings. Both use the same quality of natural diamonds; the setting is a matter of how you prefer the piece to look and how you intend to wear it.
Are the diamonds natural?
Yes. Every diamond tennis necklace at Argent & Asher uses natural, mined diamonds — not lab-grown. The stones are individually hand-set in solid 9ct or 18ct gold, depending on the style. Natural diamonds are specified on each product page alongside the stone size and total carat weight.
How long is a tennis necklace?
Tennis necklaces are traditionally designed to sit at the collarbone — typically between 16 and 18 inches. The pieces in this collection are designed for this placement. Exact lengths are specified on each product page. If you need a different length, contact us before ordering — our London atelier makes each piece to order, and adjustments can sometimes be accommodated.
Can I wear a tennis necklace every day?
Yes — a solid gold tennis necklace is designed for daily wear. All pieces at Argent & Asher are made in solid 9ct or 18ct gold, which means they will not fade, tarnish or discolour. For constant wear including in water, a bezel-set style is the more practical choice — the gold rim holds each stone more securely than claw prongs. The Classic Diamond Tennis Necklace in a claw setting is also suitable for regular wear, but the prongs should be checked periodically as with any fine jewellery in a claw setting.
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Tennis Necklaces — Customer Reviews
"I spent a really long time deciding on which diamond tennis necklace to buy. I looked at a lot of options before finding Argent & Asher and the Classic Diamond Tennis Necklace just looked different in the photographs — there was a depth and quality to it. In person it's absolutely beautiful. The diamonds are really clear and the setting is so clean. I've worn it every day since it arrived and the quality is really evident. Worth every penny."
"I bought the Bezel Tennis Necklace because I wanted something I could wear every single day without worrying about it. The bezel setting feels really secure and the necklace has a really modern, structured look that I love. The gold is really substantial — I've had plated necklaces before and this is completely different. It just feels like a really serious piece of jewellery. I haven't taken it off."
"I bought the Pink Sapphire Tennis Necklace as a 40th birthday present for myself and I'm so glad I did. The colour of the sapphires is really beautiful — really rich and saturated. The setting is so well done, each stone sits perfectly flush. It's really the kind of piece that looks more expensive than it is, which is saying something because it was already a significant purchase for me. I wear it constantly."
"The Rainbow Tennis Necklace is such a good piece. I was drawn to it because I love colour but I wanted something that would work with everything, and this really does. The different coloured stones move through so naturally — it doesn't look random, it looks designed. The gold is really solid and lovely. I've had so many compliments on it. Really happy with my choice."
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