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A city beneath the mountains. A little piece of Calgary.
Some cities become part of who you are. The familiar skyline, the landscapes beyond the city limits and the memories of a place you will always recognise as home.
Calgary has a character all its own. A city of modern architecture, western heritage and open Alberta skies, with the Canadian Rockies forming an unforgettable backdrop.
Our Calgary Skyline Necklace celebrates that identity with an intricate circular pendant featuring downtown Calgary, the distinctive Calgary Tower, mountain scenery and a decorative border inspired by traditional heraldic artwork.
Two rearing horses frame the cityscape, surrounded by maple leaves, botanical ornamentation and a crown. Along the bottom, an elegant ribbon bears the word ONWARD, Calgary's historic civic motto.
Rendered in bold black-and-white linocut-inspired artwork, this Calgary pendant necklace brings together the city's skyline, natural surroundings and western heritage.
Whether Calgary is home, the city where you grew up or somewhere filled with special memories, this necklace offers a meaningful way to carry a little piece of Alberta wherever life takes you.
A LITTLE PIECE OF ALBERTA
The city keeps growing.
The memories stay.
Some places will always feel like home.
A design inspired by Calgary's skyline and Rocky Mountain landscape
At the centre of this Calgary skyline pendant is an intricate illustration of the city's downtown architecture.
A collection of skyscrapers rises across the composition, featuring distinctive modern building shapes and the recognisable Calgary Tower, with its circular observation structure.
Behind the city, a dramatic range of snow-capped mountain peaks fills the skyline. The mountains evoke the Canadian Rockies, one of the most memorable natural landscapes associated with southern Alberta.
The foreground features trees, an arched bridge and flowing river reflections, connecting the urban skyline to the natural environment surrounding the city.
These elements create a distinctive balance between Calgary's contemporary architecture and the landscape that forms such an important part of its identity.
The cityscape is rendered in high-contrast black and white, with small textured lines and carefully placed highlights inspired by traditional linocut and woodcut printmaking.
Rather than showing a simple city name or outline, the artwork creates a detailed scene filled with recognisable elements of Calgary and Alberta.
The meaning behind the horses and heraldic border
Surrounding the skyline is an elaborate decorative frame featuring two rearing horses, maple leaves, floral ornaments, a crown and curling scrollwork.
The horses provide a striking connection to Calgary's western heritage and its long association with ranching, rodeo traditions and the Calgary Stampede.
Their raised silhouettes create a sense of movement and strength, balancing the cityscape at the centre of the pendant.
Maple leaves add a distinctly Canadian visual detail, while the crown and floral border give the composition the appearance of a traditional commemorative emblem.
The decorative arrangement draws inspiration from heraldic artwork without reproducing an official City of Calgary coat of arms.
The result is a distinctive piece of Calgary-inspired jewelry that celebrates urban life, Canadian identity and Alberta's western traditions.
What does ONWARD mean on the Calgary pendant?
One of the most meaningful details appears along the bottom of the necklace, where a curved ribbon displays a single word.
ONWARD
Calgary's historic civic motto
Onward is the official motto of the City of Calgary, associated with the city's coat of arms.
The word expresses progress and the idea of continuing forward. It reflects the ambitions of a city that has grown and changed significantly throughout its history.
On this necklace, the motto adds a meaningful historical detail beneath the skyline.
It can also carry a personal interpretation: a reminder of new beginnings, perseverance and the places that help shape our journey.
Combined with the mountains, city architecture and western-inspired artwork, the inscription gives the design a distinctive Calgary identity.
A meaningful Calgary gift for someone who loves Alberta
Calgary means something different to everyone who knows it.
For some, it is the place where they grew up, surrounded by familiar neighborhoods, family traditions and memories of everyday life.
For others, Calgary represents a new beginning. Perhaps they moved there for work, attended university or started a new chapter of life in Alberta.
Some remember visiting the Calgary Stampede, exploring the city's downtown streets, walking beside the Bow River or setting off towards Banff and the Rocky Mountains.
Our Calgary necklace makes a thoughtful birthday present, Christmas gift, graduation keepsake, anniversary surprise or going-away gift for someone with a personal connection to the city.
It is particularly suited to Calgary natives, former residents, Alberta travelers, Canadian expats, western heritage enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates meaningful hometown jewelry.
The bold black-and-white artwork and classic circular pendant make it a distinctive gift for a husband, wife, boyfriend, girlfriend, mother, father or friend.
For someone living far from Alberta, the necklace can become a small reminder of home. For someone who remembers a special trip, it can preserve memories of the city and its surrounding landscapes.
The ONWARD inscription also makes this pendant a thoughtful graduation or new-beginnings gift, offering a reminder that moving forward does not mean forgetting where you came from.
Sometimes the most meaningful gift is a familiar place captured in something small enough to carry every day.
Add a personal message on the back
If you select a variant with engraving, you can add a meaningful personal detail to the reverse of the pendant.
A name, special date, initials or short message can transform this personalized Calgary necklace into a keepsake connected to someone's own story.
Perhaps it celebrates Alberta roots, commemorates a special journey or marks the place where two people first met.
A personal engraving can also turn the pendant into a meaningful graduation or farewell gift for someone beginning a new chapter away from home.
A few carefully chosen words can make the Calgary skyline feel even more personal.
Engraving ideas
These are engraving ideas only. Availability, character limits and additional charges depend on the selected product option.
Necklace details & specifications
- Pendant: Round, 23.5 × 23.5 mm (approximately 0.9 inches)
- Material: Surgical steel
- Finish: Surgical steel or optional 18K gold finish
- Chain: Adjustable 18–22 inches (approximately 45–56 cm)
- Central artwork: Downtown Calgary skyline with the Calgary Tower
- Landscape: Canadian Rocky Mountain-inspired scenery, trees, bridge and river reflections
- Border: Two rearing horses, maple leaves, flowers, crown and heraldic-inspired ornaments
- Inscription: Calgary lettering and ONWARD civic motto
- Artwork style: High-contrast linocut and engraving-inspired illustration
- Personalization: Optional back engraving on eligible variants
Please note: The optional 18K gold finish is not solid gold. The Calgary skyline artwork on the front is printed rather than physically carved into the metal. This is a contemporary Calgary-inspired decorative emblem and not an official municipal pendant or reproduction of the city's coat of arms. Colors may appear slightly different depending on screen settings and lighting.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Calgary skyline necklace represent?
The pendant celebrates Calgary's downtown skyline, Rocky Mountain surroundings, western heritage and Canadian identity. It can represent hometown pride, meaningful memories or a personal connection to Alberta.
Which Calgary landmarks are featured on the pendant?
The artwork depicts a stylized downtown skyline with the recognizable Calgary Tower, skyscrapers, Rocky Mountain-inspired peaks and a river bridge. It is an artistic illustration rather than an exact architectural reproduction.
Why are there horses on the Calgary necklace?
The two rearing horses reflect Calgary's western character, ranching heritage and association with rodeo traditions, particularly the Calgary Stampede. They also give the design its distinctive heraldic-inspired appearance.
What does ONWARD mean?
Onward is Calgary's official civic motto. It expresses a spirit of progress and determination. The word appears on the decorative ribbon beneath the skyline.
Is this an official Calgary coat of arms?
No. The pendant features contemporary artwork inspired by Calgary's skyline, western heritage and decorative heraldic motifs. It is not an official city-issued emblem or reproduction of the municipal coat of arms.
Is this a good gift for someone from Calgary?
Yes. The familiar city skyline, Alberta landscapes, horses and Calgary lettering make it a thoughtful gift for Calgary residents, former residents, Canadian expats and people with a meaningful connection to the city.
Can I personalize the Calgary necklace?
Optional back engraving is available on eligible variants. You can add a name, special date, initials or short message, subject to the available engraving options and character limits.
What size is the pendant necklace?
The circular pendant measures approximately 23.5 mm across and includes an adjustable 18–22-inch chain (45–56 cm).
Is the front artwork engraved into the metal?
No. The front artwork is printed in an engraving-inspired style. Optional personal engraving applies to the back of eligible variants.
Is the gold-colored version solid gold?
No. The gold-colored option has an 18K gold finish over a surgical steel base.
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