September birthstone jewelry
September birthstone necklaces, rings & gifts
How to choose sapphire jewelry that lasts, what it should cost, and gift ideas that pair the stone with the September birth flower.
- Stone
- Sapphire
- Hardness
- 9
- Typical price
- Ranges widely, from about $50 per carat for paler stones to thousands for fine Kashmir blues
- Care
- Very hard and durable, a top choice for everyday rings
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September jewelry ideas
Dainty pendant necklace
A small sapphire solitaire or bezel pendant on a fine chain is the most popular September birthstone gift: easy to wear, easy to size, and usually under $60 in sterling silver or gold vermeil.
Birthstone ring
At 9 on the Mohs scale, sapphire is tough enough for an everyday ring.
Stacking or charm bracelet
Add a sapphire charm to a bracelet, or choose a chain bracelet with tiny set stones. It's a nice way to add a stone for each new family member.
Flower + stone pieces
Many makers combine the aster with a sapphire, like an engraved aster disc with a stone charm. These make the most personal September gift.
Buying tips
- Natural, lab-created or simulated: natural and lab-created stones are real gems. "Simulated" or "-ite" names usually mean glass or cubic zirconia.
- Metal: look for solid 14k gold, sterling silver (925) or gold vermeil. Avoid unmarked "gold-tone" pieces for daily wear.
- Care: Very hard and durable, a top choice for everyday rings. Clean with warm soapy water.
- Alternatives: For a budget version, look for lab-created sapphire.
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Questions, answered
What jewelry has the September birthstone?
September's birthstone is sapphire. Popular pieces are pendant necklaces, stud earrings, rings and charm bracelets.
Is lab-created sapphire real?
Lab-created gems have the same chemistry and look as mined ones and cost less. They're a great choice for birthstone jewelry. Just make sure the listing says "lab-created" rather than "simulated," which means glass or a different stone.
What metal goes with sapphire?
Yellow gold warms up sapphire, while white gold, platinum and sterling silver look crisp and modern. Match the metal to the jewelry the wearer already has.
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