Types of Pendants – Everything You Need to Know Purchasing sterling silver jewelry from a chain store or a jewelry retailer can be overwhelming, especially when you are selecting a particular type of pendant from the various Types of Pendants that are available, that too within a variety of different gemstones and vermeils. In order to simplify your quest of purchasing a particular pendant from the various styles in pendants, like religious pendants, birthstone pendants, and teardrop pendants, we have made a comprehensive guide on pendants.