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A 14k yellow gold pendant shaped like the state of Texas, featuring a raised textured tree flanked by two smaller trees and the letters 'SLLC' below, with a matte recessed background and a polished bail on a gold cable chain.

Texas State Logo Pendant in Solid 14k Gold

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14k yellow gold

A client wanted his company's logo turned into a solid gold pendant — small, no color, just the Texas outline with the company's tree emblem and initials. During the design phase he asked if the trees could carry the same fine texture as a pendant he already owned, and the team found a way to add it even though the trees were small. He approved the final design right away: "This is it! I approve it!"

'This is it! I approve it!' — on design approval

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Daily wear For himself Make Your Mark Business / brand logo

Quick specs

Design type

Pendants

Primary Metal

Yellow gold 14k

Primary Stone

No stone

Accent Stones

None

Style

Cultural heritage Logo Map state Matte finish Nugget texture Word text

Design Complexity

Moderate

Intent

Make Your Mark Business / brand logo

Intent: Certainty

High

Size

Pendant approximately 25mm long (excluding bail) x 27mm wide. Chain width 3mm (client's own chain).

How they made it distinctive

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State-outline shape used as the base of the pendant rather than a standard round or oval disc, tying the logo to a specific place
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Tree emblem given fine needle texture after casting, matched intentionally to a pendant the client already owned
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Two-zone finish — polished outline, bail, and raised elements against a matte background — makes the raised logo read clearly without added color
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Sized to about one inch specifically because the client wanted a smaller, understated piece rather than a large statement pendant
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Bail built to fit the client's own 3mm chain rather than shipping with a new one

How you'd make it yours

Background treatment: this piece uses a matte background with a polished logo; a new commission could reverse the contrast or go fully polished

Design style: this piece uses a solid-background cut; a new commission could use an open cut-out design for a lighter, airier look

Metal: this piece is 14k yellow gold; the same raised-logo language works in 18k gold or white gold

Size: this piece is sized to about one inch; a new piece can be made larger or smaller to the new wearer's preference

Engraving: the back of a new pendant could carry a date, initials, or short text

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

Design changes made

Texture was added to the trees after the first render, matching the detail on a pendant the client already owned — the design team confirmed the small tree elements could still carry the texture despite their size.

Who this is for

This piece is for someone who wants an organizational mark or emblem made permanent and wearable, not just printed or embroidered. It's especially right if you want something understated — small, solid gold, no color — that still carries real detail up close.

How it's made

Once the design was approved, the team built a 3D CAD model and a photorealistic render for review before any metal was committed. After final approval, a wax model was produced from the CAD file and used to cast the piece in solid 14k yellow gold using the lost-wax casting method, producing the raw pendant in the shape of the state outline with the logo in relief. After casting, the piece was cleaned up and finished in two zones: the state outline, bail, and raised logo elements were polished to a bright shine, while the background field behind the tree and lettering was given a matte finish so the raised logo would stand out clearly. The tree needles received fine hand texture to match the detail the client requested from his existing piece, and the bail was sized to fit the client's own 3mm chain.

Key note

The matte background and the polished logo elements are two distinct finish treatments applied in sequence specifically so the raised lettering and tree emblem read clearly against the state outline.

Pricing guidance

A solid gold state-outline pendant with a raised logo design of moderate complexity sits in the mid range for custom pendant work. Labor for the cut-out state shape, the raised lettering, and the two-tone polish/matte finish treatment drives most of the cost rather than the metal alone. Metal weight and the level of surface detail are what move the price most from there.

Moves price up ↑

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Increasing the pendant size beyond one inch, which raises the metal weight and casting cost
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Adding gemstones or enamel color fills to the logo elements
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Requesting a fully cut-out (open) design rather than a solid-background design, which adds finishing labor
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Upgrading from 14k to 18k gold
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Adding engraving to the back of the pendant

Moves price down ↓

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Reducing the pendant to a smaller size than one inch
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Simplifying the logo to remove fine texture detail like the tree needles
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Choosing a solid polished finish throughout rather than a two-zone matte/polish treatment
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Using gold-plated silver instead of solid 14k gold
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Omitting the raised lettering in favor of a flatter engraved treatment

Questions people ask

Can you turn a company logo into a gold pendant?

Yes, a logo can be reproduced as a dimensional metal pendant through a 3D modeling and casting process. The design team builds a CAD model from the logo artwork, renders it for approval, and then casts it in the chosen metal using the lost-wax method. Fine details like small trees or lettering can often be preserved and even textured, depending on their size relative to the overall piece. A render is shared before production so any adjustments can be made first.

How durable is a solid 14k gold pendant for everyday wear?

14k gold is a common choice for pendants because it balances durability with workability — it resists tarnishing and holds fine detail well over years of wear. It's harder than 18k gold but softer than 10k, making it a practical middle ground for a piece with raised lettering and texture that needs to stay crisp. With normal care, a cast 14k gold pendant like this should hold its finish and shape for decades. It can be gently polished over time if the surface dulls from daily contact.

What does a custom logo pendant like this typically cost?

A solid gold state-outline pendant with a raised logo of moderate complexity falls in the mid range for custom pendant work. Most of the cost comes from the labor of cutting the state shape, raising the lettering, and applying a two-zone matte-and-polish finish rather than from the metal itself. Size, metal karat, and the amount of fine detail are the biggest variables that move the price up or down.

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

A piece like this typically takes about one week to finalize the design through sketches and a 3D render, followed by three to four weeks of production once the design is approved. The process starts with a CAD model and render for the client to review, and adjustments can be made before anything is cast. Once approved, the pendant is cast, finished, and shipped within that production window.

Can a pendant be made to fit an existing chain?

Yes, the bail — the loop that holds the pendant on the chain — can be sized to fit a specific chain width. For a 3mm chain, the bail opening is built to that measurement during the design phase so the pendant hangs correctly without needing a new chain. It's worth confirming the exact chain width before the piece goes into production to avoid a mismatch.

What's the difference between a solid-background and cut-out pendant design?

A solid-background pendant keeps a continuous metal field behind the raised design elements, which is generally sturdier and allows for finishing contrast like a matte background against a polished logo. A cut-out design removes the metal between design elements, creating an open, lighter-weight piece but requiring more finishing labor and care in production. The choice is mostly aesthetic, though cut-out designs can be more delicate depending on how thin the remaining metal is.

Can small details like tree texture be added to a metal pendant?

Yes, fine surface texture can often be added to small design elements like tree needles, though it depends on how much surface area is available at that scale. In some cases a design team needs to confirm the detail will actually read clearly once cast, rather than just looking fine in a digital render. This kind of texture adds a tactile, dimensional quality that a flat engraving can't achieve.

Can I add color or gemstones to a logo pendant later?

Generally, yes — enamel color fills or small gemstone accents can sometimes be added to an existing cast piece, though it depends on the design and whether the metal areas were built to accommodate a setting or enamel work. It's simpler to decide on color or stones before casting, since retrofitting may require additional metalwork. If you're considering a similar piece, raising this during the design phase gives the most flexibility.