You can creatively accessorize your most casual attire or add dazzling diamonds to your jewelry collection with a key necklace. For a casual wardrobe accessory you might want to wear an antique iron skeleton key dangling from a stainless steel or rope chain. These keys have the authenticity of age so that each key is unique.

If you want a simple key necklace that would look great with any wardrobe style, you might prefer a sterling silver key necklace. You have numerous design options to select from. If you want to elevate the beauty of the necklace somewhat, you can easily find a necklace with a key pendant made with a few or with many diamonds. Some of the keys have intricate designs in the upper open area of the key. This area might have diamonds or other stones incorporated into the design. Prices for this type of key necklace vary according to complexity of their design and the type and number of stones included.

There are key necklaces designed so that the entire key is covered with diamonds or with a combination of diamonds, emeralds, rubies, or sapphires. Another very elegant style of key necklace is a design that has a rose gold and diamond heart at the top of the key. Either of these necklace designs would certainly make an impressive fashion statement any time you wear them.

A key necklace can be made more personal when it is a combination of a key and a heart. The heart can be engraved with initials or words to convey a loving sentiment. Key and heart necklaces are popular for dating couples. Some necklaces have both a key and a lock as part of their design.

If you want to add a variety of key necklaces to your jewelry collection or if you want to purchase an affordable gift for a young girl, there are some very pretty key necklaces that cost around $25. You can choose a style that has a turquoise stone, a tigers eye stone, or a black onyx set inside the upper part of the key.