September Birthstone Jewelry

Endlessly refined. Quietly luminous.
September’s birthstone is sapphire—classic, durable, and serenely blue. For a more budget-friendly take on deep blue, many clients also choose London blue topaz: a sophisticated teal-navy hue that delivers similar mood and effortless polish at a gentler price. This collection gathers both stories—so you can shop by meaning, by color, or by budget—and still land on pieces you’ll live in for years.

Shop the September Edit

• Sapphire Jewelry — classic blue and modern fancy hues
• Sapphire Necklaces — solitaires, east–west cuts, pendants, stations
• Sapphire Earrings — studs, huggies, drops, threaders
• Sapphire Rings — stackables, solitaires, half-eternities, signets
• Sapphire Bracelets — stations, bezels, slim bangles

Budget-Friendly Blue

• London Blue Topaz Jewelry — inky teal-blue, sleek and accessible
• London Blue Topaz Necklaces — pendants, stations, charms
• London Blue Topaz Earrings — studs, huggies, drops
• London Blue Topaz Rings — bezels, prong solitaires, stacks
• London Blue Topaz Bracelets — stations, slim bezels
• Design Your Own — choose metal, length, stone size, engraving

What Is September’s Birthstone?

Sapphire is the traditional September birthstone. It’s corundum (Al₂O₃) with Mohs hardness 9—excellent for everyday wear. Trace elements set the tone (iron + titanium for blue). Red corundum is ruby; all other colors are sapphire.

Color-Right Alternative: London Blue Topaz

While not the traditional September birthstone (blue topaz is often listed for December in modern charts), London blue topaz offers a deep teal-navy look that many choose as a more affordable “sapphire-adjacent” option. It’s topaz (Mohs ~8), typically treated by irradiation + gentle heat to achieve its signature inky blue—stable and widely accepted in fine jewelry.

Why These Stones Work (Every Day)

• Durability: Sapphire (Mohs 9) is ultra-robust; London blue topaz (Mohs ~8) is great for pendants, earrings, and mindful ring wear.
• Color: Sapphire ranges from cornflower to royal; London blue reads moody-teal with beautiful depth.
• Value: London blue topaz delivers dramatic color at a friendlier price—ideal for gifting and layering.
• Conscious by design: recycled precious metals, ethically sourced stones, eco-minded packaging.

Design Your September Birthstone Piece

Start with a silhouette—necklace, ring, bracelet, earrings, or charm—then tailor the details. Choose recycled 14K yellow/white/rose gold or sterling silver, select your stone (sapphire or London blue topaz), cut (round, oval, emerald-cut, cushion), size, and chain length or band width. Add engraving where available. Each piece arrives gift-ready.

Care & Cleaning

• Sapphire: clean with lukewarm water, a drop of mild soap, and a soft brush; rinse and dry. Ultrasonic/steam is often safe for unfilled stones; avoid on fracture-filled or heavily included gems.
• London Blue Topaz: clean gently with mild soap + water; avoid ultrasonic/steam, harsh chemicals, and high heat. Store pieces separately to protect finishes.

FAQs

Is London blue topaz a September birthstone?
Not traditionally—sapphire is. Many shoppers pick London blue topaz as a color-matched, budget-friendly alternative for September gifts.

Is London blue topaz treated?
Yes—most blue topaz (including London blue) is produced by irradiation + heat. The color is stable in normal wear and widely accepted in fine jewelry.

Which is more durable—sapphire or London blue topaz?
Sapphire (Mohs 9) is harder; London blue topaz (Mohs ~8) wears beautifully with mindful care, especially in pendants/earrings and low-profile ring settings.

Where are these stones found?
Sapphire: Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Myanmar, Australia, USA (Montana). Topaz: Brazil, Nigeria, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, USA—London blue is typically created from pale/natural topaz via treatment.

Can I customize?
Absolutely—choose metal, hue, cut, size, and engraving via Design Your Own.