Deep blue and made for September
September Birthstone
Sapphire and London blue topaz. Two deep blues for September, handcrafted in Colorado.
Two blues, one month
Choose your September stone
Sapphire is the traditional September birthstone. London blue topaz delivers the same deep blue at a more accessible price.
London Blue Topaz
Deep teal-blue at an everyday price. Set in gold-fill, recycled sterling silver, and 14K gold.
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The traditional September birthstone, deep blue and nearly as durable as diamond.
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Every way to wear your birthstone
- Necklaces
- Earrings
- Bracelets
- Charms
- Rings
The September edit
Handpicked for September babies
September’s birthstones, explained
London Blue Topaz, Sapphire
Sapphire is the traditional September birthstone, a blue variety of corundum rating 9 on the Mohs hardness scale. London blue topaz, rating 8, is our contemporary alternative with the same deep teal-blue at a more accessible price.
Meaning and Properties
Sapphire takes its name from the Latin sapphirus and has symbolized wisdom, loyalty, and nobility for centuries, worn by royalty and clergy alike. London blue topaz carries the same deep tone with associations of calm and clarity.
Chakra and Energy
September’s blues are associated with the throat and third eye chakras, the energy centers tied to truth, insight, and calm expression. They are believed to support clear thinking and honest words.
September Birthstones and Zodiac
September spans two zodiac signs: Virgo (August 23 to September 22) and Libra (September 23 to October 22). Sapphire is the primary Virgo birthstone, and London blue topaz is recognized for both signs. Explore our zodiac jewelry collection.
September Birthstone Jewelry
September Birthstone Jewelry
September's official birthstone is sapphire, one of the most prized gemstones in the world. Known for its rich blue color and exceptional hardness (Mohs 9), sapphire has been a symbol of nobility, truth, and wisdom for centuries. For buyers who love deep blue but want a more accessible price point, London blue topaz offers a sophisticated teal-navy alternative with similar visual depth. At Erin Gallagher Jewelry, our September birthstone collection features both sapphire and London blue topaz pieces, all handcrafted in Colorado.
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Sapphire
- Sapphire Necklaces — solitaires, pendants, and station chains
- Sapphire Earrings — studs, huggies, drops, and threaders
- Sapphire Rings — stackable bands and solitaires
- Sapphire Bracelets — stations, bezels, and slim bangles
Choosing between natural and lab-created sapphire? Read our guide: Sapphire Buying Guide: Natural vs Lab-Created.
London Blue Topaz — Affordable Blue Alternative
- London Blue Topaz Necklaces — pendants, stations, and layering chains
- London Blue Topaz Earrings — studs, huggies, and drops
- London Blue Topaz Rings — bezels, solitaires, and stackable bands
- London Blue Topaz Bracelets — stations, bezels, and birthstone links
Sapphire vs. London Blue Topaz
Sapphire (Mohs 9) is the harder and more traditional choice for September. London blue topaz (Mohs 8) is still very durable and offers a similar deep blue at a lower price point. Both are beautiful options for September birthday gifts. Learn more about London blue topaz meaning and properties.
September Birthday Gifts
Every piece ships gift-ready in our eco-friendly packaging with gift bag, tissue, cleaning cloth, and card. Orders over $150 include free U.S. shipping. For a personalized September birthday gift, design a custom piece through GemBar or browse all birthstone gift ideas.
FAQ
September birthstone questions
Sapphire is the traditional September birthstone. London blue topaz is our accessible September alternative with the same deep blue tone.
Pieces start at $20 for London blue topaz charms. Sapphire pieces start at $105. Free shipping applies to orders over $150.
London blue topaz is a genuine natural topaz in a deep teal blue, offered as a contemporary, more accessible alternative to sapphire for September birthdays.
Yes. Every piece is handcrafted in our Colorado studio with ethically sourced stones and recycled metals, and ships gift-ready in eco-friendly packaging.