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A round sterling silver pendant with a diagonal ribbed border, featuring two half-dimensional enamel figures — a boy in a blue shirt and ball cap and a girl in a pink dress with pigtails — each with a name engraved across their chest, hanging from a curb chain.

Boy & Girl Enamel Family Pendant — Round Coin Design

Sterling silver, enamel

A parent who already had individual boy and girl charms made for their children wanted both kids combined onto one piece instead of two separate pendants. The two figures were placed onto a round medallion background so they would stay fixed together rather than moving independently, each keeping their own enamel color and engraved name. After one round of render feedback to thin the border and enlarge the figures, the client approved the design, and on delivery wrote: 'I love the new pendant as always you all makes dreams come through thank you so much.'

'I love the new pendant as always you all makes dreams come through thank you so much.' — on delivery

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For herself For Our Family Children's names / initials, Family legacy

Quick specs

Design type

Pendants

Primary Metal

Sterling silver

Primary Stone

No stone

Accent Stones

None

Style

Enamel Engraved Family Medallion style Word text

Design Complexity

Moderate

Intent

For Our Family Children's names / initials, Family legacy

Intent: Certainty

High

Size

Pendant diameter 2.5in; bail fits chain up to 8mm.

How they made it distinctive

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Combines two previously separate boy-and-girl charm designs onto one fixed medallion background so the figures can't shift independently on the chain
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Half-dimensional figures keep the piece slimmer than fully 3D charms while still giving each child's figure visible depth
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Each figure keeps its own enamel color and engraved name, mirroring a prior piece's coloring exactly for a matching pair
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Diagonal ribbed border was thinned by about a quarter at the client's request so the figures would read as the clear focal point
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Bail sized to accept chains up to 8mm so an existing chain could be reused instead of purchasing a new one

How you'd make it yours

Figure count: this piece uses two figures (boy and girl); a new commission could include three or more children

Border style: this piece uses a diagonal ribbed border; a new commission could use a plain, beaded, or rope-style edge

Metal: this piece is sterling silver; the same medallion design works in gold-plated silver or solid gold

Enamel colors: this piece uses blue and pink; a new commission could use any enamel color combination

Engraving: each figure's chest can carry a different name or short word on a new piece

One of a kind: this exact pendant was designed for one client's two children and is not reproduced — a new commission is an original piece inspired by this one, not a copy

Design changes made

After reviewing the first render, the client asked for the decorative border to be narrowed by about a quarter and for the boy and girl figures to be enlarged within the medallion, which the team adjusted in a single revision before final approval.

Who this is for

This piece is for a parent who wants their children represented together on one piece of jewelry rather than as separate pendants that could get mixed up or worn apart. It's especially right if you already love a simple figure-and-name design and want it consolidated into a single, more substantial piece you can wear every day.

How it's made

Once the client approved the final render, the design moved into production with a quality assurance pass to confirm the piece was ready for casting. A resin model was 3D-printed first so the exact proportions of the medallion, border, and figures could be verified before any metal was committed, and a photo of this resin stage was shared with the client. The resin was then invested and cast in sterling silver, producing the raw pendant with the ribbed border and the two half-dimensional figures already formed in the casting. After casting, the pendant was cleaned up and polished across the flat background and the diagonal ribbed border to bring up the shine on the silver. The boy and girl figures were finished separately from the background to keep their raised details crisp, and their names were engraved into the enamel recesses on each figure's chest. Blue enamel was filled into the boy's shirt and pink enamel into the girl's dress last, since enamel fill is applied only after all metalwork and polishing is complete to avoid damaging the fill.

Key note

The boy and girl are cast as half-dimensional figures raised directly off the flat medallion background, rather than as separate charms, so the two children stay permanently fixed side by side instead of shifting independently on the chain.

Pricing guidance

A sterling silver medallion pendant combining two enamel figures with engraved names sits toward the mid range for custom pendant work of this size. Most of the cost comes from combining two previously separate figure designs into one piece and the hand enamel work required for each figure. Size, metal choice, and the number of figures included are what move the price most from there.

Moves price up ↑

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Adding a third or fourth child's figure to the same medallion
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Upgrading from sterling silver to 14k gold or gold-plated silver
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Increasing the pendant diameter beyond 2.5 inches
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Adding full dimensional (fully 3D) figures instead of half-dimensional relief
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Adding a matching chain in the same metal rather than reusing an existing one

Moves price down ↓

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Reducing the pendant to a single figure rather than two
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Choosing a smaller diameter, such as 1.5 or 2 inches
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Omitting enamel color fill for a plain polished finish
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Using engraved initials instead of full names to reduce engraving time
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Choosing a simpler border without the diagonal ribbed detailing

Questions people ask

How durable is enamel on a silver pendant like this?

Enamel fill on sterling silver is generally durable for everyday wear but can chip if the pendant is dropped hard or scraped against a rough surface. It holds up well to normal contact like clothing and light bumps. Sterling silver itself will tarnish over time with air exposure, so occasional polishing keeps both the metal and the enamel looking bright. Most enamel fills last for years without needing touch-up under normal conditions.

Can you combine two separate pendant designs into one piece?

Yes. This pendant started as two individual boy and girl charm designs that were reset together onto a single round medallion background. The figures kept their original coloring, engraving, and proportions, just repositioned side by side so they stay fixed together rather than moving independently on a chain. This kind of combination is a common request from parents who want all their children represented in one piece instead of several.

What does a custom enamel medallion pendant like this typically cost?

A sterling silver medallion pendant of this size with two enamel figures and engraving sits in the mid range for custom pendant work. The main cost drivers are the combined figure design, the hand enamel fill, and the engraved names. Adding more figures, upgrading the metal, or increasing the size are what typically push the price higher.

How long does it take to make a custom pendant like this?

The design phase for a piece like this typically takes about a week, including a render for approval and at least one round of revisions if adjustments are needed. Once the design is approved, production usually takes three to four weeks, covering the quality assurance check, a resin model, casting, finishing, and enamel fill. Total turnaround from deposit to shipping is usually around four to five weeks for a standard timeline.

Can I use my own chain with a pendant like this instead of buying a new one?

Yes, as long as the bail opening is wide enough for your chain's thickness. This pendant's bail was built to accommodate chains up to about 8mm, which covers most standard chain styles. If you're unsure whether your existing chain will fit, it helps to measure the chain width against a ruler or a coin before finalizing the design so the bail can be sized correctly.

What is the difference between half-dimensional and fully 3D figures on a pendant?

Half-dimensional figures show only the front-facing half of the design raised off a flat background, so the piece stays slimmer and lighter than a fully three-dimensional figure. Fully 3D figures are modeled in the round and sit higher off the surface, adding weight and production complexity. Half-dimensional is a common choice when a client wants a dimensional look without the added bulk or cost of a fully sculpted figure.

Can engraved names on a pendant like this fade over time?

Engraved names that sit within enamel-filled recesses are generally well protected, since the enamel fills and seals the engraved lines rather than leaving them as bare metal grooves. Daily wear and occasional cleaning will not noticeably fade a properly filled engraving. If the enamel around an engraved area ever chips, the exposed metal underneath can still be re-engraved or the enamel reapplied by a jeweler.

Can you make a pendant like this with more than two children represented?

Yes, additional figures can be added to a medallion design, though the overall pendant may need to be sized larger to fit three or four figures comfortably without crowding. Each additional figure adds its own enamel color and engraved name, following the same half-dimensional approach used for two figures. The medallion's border and background can be adjusted proportionally to keep the design balanced as more figures are added.