THE SSENSE GUIDE TO SILVER JEWELRY FOR MEN
From pendant necklaces to classic chains, pins, earrings, and more, the breadth of men’s silver jewelry is huge and growing by the day.

For a long time, the extent of men’s jewelry was a watch and maybe a wedding band. Thankfully, these outdated, self-imposed limits have well and truly lifted, meaning that there’s a world of possibilities when it comes to men’s jewelry. Favored by novices and experts alike, silver jewelry is safe, classic, and quietly refined. It represents huge swaths of the men’s jewelry market, from necklaces to rings, pins, earrings, and more.
But with so much on offer, knowing which pieces of jewelry fit your style can be a preventative hurdle for some. To offer a helping hand, this list features some of the best men’s silver jewelry of the season. From understated men’s signet rings to pendant chains and out-there earrings, the vast array of choices has been short-listed.
Why buy sterling silver jewelry?
Sterling silver is an alloy made up of 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals, usually copper or nickel. This standard grade is essentially a certificate of quality, and the effects are noticeable. While cheaper silver alternatives can leave marks on the skin and discolor over time, sterling silver’s composition is much more durable and offers long-lasting shine.
Men’s Sterling Silver Bracelets

Featured In This Image: Enfants Riches Déprimés bracelet
Made from 925 sterling silver, this bracelet from Enfants Riches Déprimés puts a floral twist on the classic curb chain that constitutes one of the most popular bracelet choices for guys. The addition of a silver rose adds a graphic element to the design and forms the hook-eye fastening.

Featured In This Image: Maison Margiela bracelet
If a chain bracelet isn’t your style, a silver cuff is a great alternative. Less common than a chain, cuffs present a subtle visual deviation, and this Maison Margiela cuff does so in a minimal fashion. Using the brand’s signature sizing grid as the engraved detailing, the thin band carries distinctive Margiela energy in an unimposing and refined package.

Featured In This Image: AMI Paris bracelet
When in doubt, get a sterling silver curb chain. There are many reasons that this design has become a pillar of men’s jewelry and one of them is because it’s so versatile. The classic, clean curb links settle into any look and lend themselves to variations in detailing—here, the AMI Paris Ami de Cœur logo.

Featured In This Image: Hatton Labs bracelet
Looking for something with more impact? London jeweler Hatton Labs has made a name for itself with a range of stone-embellished men’s jewelry, which is perfectly encapsulated by this tennis bracelet. Blue-tinted cubic zirconia set in sterling silver links means that this is a bracelet to turn heads.
Men’s Silver Earrings

Featured In This Image: TAKAHIROMIYASHITA TheSoloist. earring
Earrings present an interesting question: Do you wear one earring or two? If the answer to that is one, then something like this sterling silver hoop earring from cult-favorite Japanese label TAKAHIROMIYASHITA TheSoloist. is a great choice. The eye-catching skeletal design makes a single earring more than enough.

Featured In This Image: Pearls Before Swine earring
With a 0.10-carat diamond at its heart, this sterling silver stud earring treads the line between maximalism and minimalism. It’s a line that Pearls of Swine has built a brand on, and a great quality for accessories like earrings. It means that this one earring can traverse all outfits, taking on a new character depending on its surroundings.

Featured In This Image: Sophie Buhai earring
Sophie Buhai’s jewelry is considered in every sense. From the sustainably sourced materials to the elegant design, pieces like this men’s pearl earring show that there’s a beautiful alternative to the all-too-often comically rugged men’s jewelry trope.

Featured In This Image: ADER error earrings
From footwear collaborations to sophisticated silver hoop earrings for men, South Korean brand ADER error can do it all. With a small 0.5-inch diameter, these hoop earrings are an unimposing addition to any look.
Sterling Silver Necklaces for Men

Featured In This Image: Gucci necklace
Pendant necklaces are an easy way to invigorate a classic chain design. Here, Gucci looks to a monogram-engraved pendant which hangs from a silver figaro chain—a time-tested bastion of simple men’s chains.

Featured In This Image: Alan Crocetti necklace
The ’90s and ’00s have taken over on all sides of the style landscape. Y2K jewelry is a popular category now, and this Alan Crocetti tribal choker aces the style. The skill and finesse that it takes to make a tribal choker that doesn’t feel over-the-top should not be underestimated.

Featured In This Image: octi necklace
octi’s free-flowing designs are inspired by organic shapes. Built in polished 925 sterling silver, the liquid-looking forms take on an almost alien aesthetic. The eye-catching pendant of the Island necklace hangs on a super-thin silver curb chain—the restraint of which highlights the pendant as a focal point.

Featured In This Image: Ellie Mercer necklace
Ellie Mercer’s viral jewelry has cemented its place as one of the most exciting young British brands of the moment. Characterized by bold, colored sections that leach into the sterling silver makeup, Mercer’s designs are at once understated and striking.
Men’s Silver Rings

Featured In This Image: The Letters ring
There are few more reliable pieces of men’s jewelry than a sterling silver signet ring. The classic style dates back centuries and allows designers to put creative spins on it. This ring from The Letters features an aged horse and horseshoe design for a distinctive Americana twist.

Featured In This Image: Bleue Burnham ring
Bleue Burnham’s style usually relies on a selection of multicolored stones to leave its mark, but for the Mini Riviera Ring, clear lab-grown sapphires take precedence. Embedded in the hammered silver band, they add to the texture that brings a new angle to this understated silver band.

Featured In This Image: octi ring
Where a traditional signet ring would feature an engraved signature, crest, or initials, the Moon Signet from octi boasts a simple texture that mimics rippled water.

Featured In This Image: Ellie Mercer ring
Encapsulating Ellie Mercer’s distinctive style, the Multi Piece Ring features contrasting red resin fills throughout the silver signet ring frame. The ring keeps things exciting without straying into the gaudy, ideal for those looking to keep things simple but not boring.
Silver Pins for Men

Featured In This Image: Alan Crocetti pin
Pins are often overlooked in conversations around the best men’s jewelry, but they are a really easy and practical way to bring new life to garments and outfits. This Band Aid Nose Pin by Alan Crocetti is a fun and eye-catching addition to a lapel or hat that needs some love.

Featured In This Image: octi pin
While certain pieces of jewelry were designed with a purpose—a perfect example being the signet ring—brooches are purely decorative accessories and there’s some beauty in that. The whirling sculptural Island Brooch by octi is made of recycled sterling silver and acts as an artistic finishing touch to any outfit.

Featured In This Image: TAKAHIROMIYASHITA TheSoloist. pin
TAKAHIROMIYASHITA TheSoloist. takes the assignment literally and delivers a sterling silver safety pin complete with subtle text logo finish. There’s no need to go big to bring a flash of personality to your looks; this pin does the job with minimal effort.

Featured In This Image: NEEDLES pin
Japanese label NEEDLES has garnered a cult following with designer tracksuits detailed with the signature butterfly logo. Here, the butterfly features a two-tone sterling silver construction to be worn as a literal badge of pride.
- Date: November 16, 2023

