Lil Wayne Hip Hop Jewelry Collection: Young Money Pendant, Cuban Links, Diamond Grillz & The Weezy Drip

Before "ice" became Instagram currency, Lil Wayne was already coining the term on Hot Boys' Bling Bling(1999) at age 16. Dwayne Michael Carter Jr.—aka Weezy, Tunechi—didn't just wear jewelry for status; he treated it as autobiography. From a $150K diamond tooth set to the oversized Young Money pendant​ made by Elliot Eliantte, his rotation blends Southern excess with deeply personal totems (RIP Cita ring). For GLEEI customers wanting authentic hip hop jewelry styling​ rather than mall costume pieces, Wayne's playbook is required study.

This deep-dive breaks down every confirmed category he wears, the events he wears them to, who builds his customs, and how you replicate the look with VVS moissanite Cuban links, iced out pendants & rings​ from GLEEI.COM.

Lil Wayne's Jewelry DNA — Southern Drip Meets Sentimental Ice

Wayne doesn't follow East Coast "one big rock" rules. His formula:

• Layer 2–3 chains​ (thick Miami Cuban + thinner tennis/drop Y-chain) — never just one lonely strand

• Pendant tells a story​ — label loyalty (Young Money), personal loss (Cita/Hi Mom), hobby (skateboard deck)

• Grillz are non-negotiable​ — top AND bottom diamond sets, sometimes "diamond braces"

• Rings stay personal, not just flashy​ — the "Cita Double-Sided Ring" is his most meaningful piece

• Watches = flex + function​ — Richard Mille RM 011/030/055, diamond Chopard "Million Dollar Watch" from Birdman, AP Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar

Full Catalog of Weezy's Iconic Hip Hop Jewelry Pieces

Cuban Link Chains & Tennis Chains

Wayne routinely stacks a heavy Miami Cuban link (8–12mm)​ with thinner tennis chains​ or rope chains. He prefers yellow or white gold, sometimes two-tone, letting the Young Money pendant​ do the talking. Layering is key — solo chain reads amateur in his world.

Pendants (The Statement)

• Young Money "YM" Pendant (Eliantte):​ 18K gold, rose-gold outline, white-gold interior letters. Princess-cut bezels fill letters; round brilliants trace perimeter. Oversized — larger than Eliantte's hand. The definitive Weezy piece, worn at VMAs, festivals, studio.

• GOAT Chain (2018 / Tha Carter V era):​ 18K yellow gold, dense round-cut diamonds, enamel accents. Worn during Carter Vpromo run.

• Custom Skateboard Pendant (Avianne & Co.):​ 18K white gold, 5.5ct+ diamonds, red enamel trucks, functional mini wheels. Nods to his skateboarding passion.

• Gatorade Bottle Pendant:​ Diamond-encrusted sports bottle — another quirky personal totem piece.

Diamond Grillz / "Diamond Teeth"

Weezy's calling card. Full upper AND lower diamond grillz, white gold, ~100+ stones, reported $150K investment. Later upgraded to "diamond braces" spanning individual teeth. Famously said on Jimmy Kimmel: "These don't work, and I'm gonna die with 'em."Primarily crafted/maintained by Johnny Dang (TV Johnny)​ in Houston.

Rings

• Cita Double-Sided Ring (Eliantte):​ White gold, fully iced. One side = "CITA" (mom's nickname); flip side = "Hi Mom" with pink diamond dotting the i. Most personal piece in his vault.

• Cluster Band Rings:​ Two diamond cluster bands — large center stone surrounded by micropave — worn while performing/mixing tracks.

Watches

• Chopard Diamond "Million Dollar Watch":​ Gift from Birdman on 27th birthday (2009), ~$150K+.

• Richard Mille:​ RM 011 Flyback, RM 030 Auto, RM 055 Bubba Watson — combined est. $900K.

• Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar:​ ~$550K.

Bracelets / Earrings

• Bracelets:​ Understated — mixes pearl, fabric, rubber strands with occasional diamond tennis. Contrasts his heavy neck ice.

• Earrings:​ Small diamond studs, low-key — lets chains & grillz dominate.

Key Appearances — Where Wayne Rocks His Ice

Event / Context	Worn	Vibe
MTV VMAs / Grammy Red Carpet​	Young Money Pendant + layered Cuban + diamond studs + RM watch	Peak label-boss presentation
Lil WeezyAna Fest / concerts​	Full stack: Cita ring + Young Money/GOAT pendant + grillz + band rings + RM	Sweaty stage energy — ice stays on
Music Videos (A Milli, Lollipop, 6 Foot 7 Foot)**​	Various — skateboard pendant, layered chains, grillz front & center	Visual storytelling
Late Night / Jimmy Kimmel Live!​	Grillz prominently shown mid-interview + simple chain	Culture-meets-mainstream moment
Studio / Street Snap​	Often just grillz + 1 thin Cuban + Cita ring	The "always iced, even off-duty" rule

Jeweler Collaborations — Who Builds Weezy's Customs

• Elliot Eliantte (NYC):​ Primary chain/pendant/ring jeweler — Young Money pendant, Cita ring, GOAT chain. Known for "#ShouldaWentToElliot" among rap elite.

• Johnny Dang & Co. (Houston):​ Go-to for grillz, diamond braces, and custom dental work. Longstanding Houston-Southern rap tie-in.

• Avianne & Co. (NYC Diamond District):​ Created the articulated diamond skateboard pendant + other custom gifts.

How to Channel Lil Wayne's Iced Out Look with Moissanite Hip Hop Jewelry

Wayne's real-deal setup runs into seven figures, but the formula translates:

1. Start with a quality gold or rhodium-plated S925 Cuban link chain (6–10mm)​ — the base layer.

2. Add one meaningful iced out pendant​ (label logo / symbol / custom initial) — this is your Young Money moment.

3. Stack a second thinner chain if you want that signature layered Weezy silhouette.

4. Pair with a signature ring​ (name / roman numeral / personal date) and consider moissanite stud earrings.

5. Grillz are the final boss — start with a removable VVS moissanite custom set before going permanent.

At GLEEI.COM, our VVS moissanite Cuban links, iced out pendants & hip hop rings in S925 Sterling Silver​ are designed to capture that Carter-era Southern shine — high dispersion fire, solid plating, no pot metal — so you build your own legend, not a costume.

FAQs — Lil Wayne Hip Hop Jewelry

Q1: What is Lil Wayne's most famous hip hop jewelry piece?​

A: The Young Money (YM) iced out pendant on a gold Cuban link chain, crafted by Elliot Eliantte, is his most iconic. His full diamond top-and-bottom grillz by Johnny Dang are equally legendary.

Q2: Which jeweler makes Lil Wayne's custom pendants and rings?​

A: Primarily Elliot Eliantte​ (Young Money pendant, Cita double-sided ring, GOAT chain) and Avianne & Co.​ (skateboard pendant). His grillz are by Johnny Dang.

Q3: Does Lil Wayne layer multiple chains like other rappers?​

A: Yes — he commonly wears a thick Miami Cuban link​ underneath a thinner tennis or Y-drop chain with his pendant. Solo-chain looks are rare in his rotation.

Q4: What does "Cita" mean on Lil Wayne's ring?​

A: "Cita" was the nickname of his late mother, Jacqueline Carter. The double-sided ring reads "CITA" on one face and "Hi Mom" on the other, with a pink diamond in the i— made by Eliantte as a personal tribute.

Q5: Can I get the Lil Wayne iced out look on a reasonable budget?​

A: Absolutely. Start with a VVS moissanite Cuban link chain + iced out pendant in S925 silver​ from GLEEI.COM — the same layered silhouette and rainbow fire as Weezy's setup, minus the $XXK price tag.