Though it occurs naturally in a rainbow of hues, September’s enchanting birthstone has been celebrated since antiquity for its signature shade: a deep, velvety blue. Ancient Persian monarchs believed the sky’s cerulean tint was the reflection of a magnificent, celestial-sized sapphire, and over the ages, the stone has maintained that stellar status among the royal set (see also: Princess Diana, who famously wore a showstopper Ceylon sapphire engagement ring that was later passed to Kate Middleton). These days, this majestic gem is a classic choice for any accessory lover—a versatile jewelry box staple that will look as chic paired with a blouse and jeans as it does with your glitziest party outfit. Whether you’re a September child born to wear sapphires or are simply captivated by their richness and brilliance, here are five stylish ways to make this month’s birthstone the crown jewel of your own personal collection.

Featuring two rough-cut sapphires perched at the tips of slender, 24 karat gold–dipped arches, these minimalist danglers from Ringcrush embody an elegant—and eminently wearable—take on the natural gemstone trend.

An asymmetric shape and subtly textured surface highlight the handmade appeal of this gold-plated sterling silver stunner from Ember’s Jewellery Shop. At roughly 3/4-inch across, the pendant is the ideal size for everyday wear and special occasions alike.

Depending on your frame of reference, Specimental’s recycled-gold cluster earrings, crafted to cradle cornflower-blue sapphires sourced from Montana’s mineral-rich Yogo Gulch region, might evoke glimmering atomic models of some rare and precious element or a flurry of air bubbles bursting forth from an ultramarine sea.

Diamonds, watch your back. Increasingly popular centerpieces for wedding jewelry, sapphires currently rank as the second most-stylish stone choice for proposals. And thanks to breathtaking beauties like this stackable crown-shaped wedding band from MinimalVS, with its marquise-cut sapphire and spray of electric apatite and topaz, it might not stay a runner-up for long.

Not ready to pick a favorite sapphire-blue shade? Embrace a complete ombré range with this beaded bracelet from Abiza Jewelry, which comes on your choice of an adjustable gold, rose gold, or silver chain.
Sapphire at home
Incorporate splashes of sapphire in your living spaces with these vibrant accent pieces, from ceramic chandeliers to whimsical art prints.

32 comments
Serhii Tyshchenko from WoodenTeam said 1 year ago
Sapphire has always been my favorite, great products!
Tatyana from MOMsBirdie said 1 year ago
Such a beautiful color. My favorite is the ceramic chandelier. I would like to have it :)
Natalya Evstigneeva from FeltAlchemist said 1 year ago
It's very interesting. I didn’t even think that sapphire can be used as a colour. Great idea!
Tatyana from TatiJewelryDesigns said 1 year ago
Blue splendor!I love sapphire with all its shades. Beautiful color.Amazing stone.
Emily Clayton from SecondEditionJewelry said 1 year ago
I adore all of these features...sapphire is such a lovely color!
Carol from MasCollected said 1 year ago
Thank you for the feature Rachel! The Sapphire is such a fine precious gemstone and is surely gaining in popularity. As you say - look out Diamonds! Sapphire was quite popular at the turn of start of the last century as well. So one can find gem studded pieces from a huge number of vintage jewelry sellers here on Etsy. Finds in of Art Deco rings, bracelets and brooches (just to name one era and a few forms of jewelry) are plentiful and now available to Etsy shoppers. The Etsy sapphire blues featured for the home are as lovely as the Etsy jewelry featured! Congrats to all! I sincerely hope everyone who craves a last dip in nature's Sapphire seas this September will get their splash!
TropicalGarden from TropicalGarden said 1 year ago
Beautiful selections with sapphire shades. Like the idea to add few sapphire pieces to enhance the total look for a living spaces.
Oksana from AmigurumiJoys said 1 year ago
Incredibly beautiful stone. Very beautiful color in the interior.
Deepthi from IndianJewelByDeepthi said 1 year ago
Gorgeous Pieces!
Anna from LissiKids said 1 year ago
The combination of colors of blue sapphire with white diamonds is my favorite! in the interior, Gzhel porcelain in white and blue colors is my favorite. so thanks to Rachel Mosely for the article. lovely
Gillian Northcott from Esani said 1 year ago
Matches my logo. I think I need to change my birth stone!
Cindy Hudson from Cavahockey said 1 year ago
My birthstone, so I love sapphires. They can be quite costly depending upon the size and quality. My mother has a replica of Diana's (now Kate's) ring. I imagine that I will be wearing it someday in the (hopefully VERY distant) future. I encourage her to wear it frequently -- not just special occasions. I not only like that rich clear blue color in jewelry and interior accents, but in clothing as well.
Nicole from KarmaCodeOne said 1 year ago
Beautiful pieces. Wonderful tribute to the precious gemstone and color inspired art ❣
Sapphire Ring Co from SapphireRingCo said 1 year ago
this is very beautiful
Cindy and Dave from GarnishAndGlitz said 1 year ago
I love it!
accentonvintage from accentonvintage said 1 year ago
Beautiful choices!
Jennifer Tyson from LadyInPurpleBoutique said 1 year ago
Such a beautiful stone! I'm loving the sapphire earrings from Ringcrush!
Posh Park from PoshPark said 1 year ago
Love the ideas! Congratulations on the feature
Jane and Marry from OrionKidsShop said 1 year ago
Having a sapphire wall at home I'ld like to have a pillow in this color as well. Now I have a huge wall print but I need this pillow to make the room decor more perfect. I happens to everyone I guess - sometimes you are seeking for something and do not even realise what exactly you'ld like to have - and suddenly - WOW - that's IT :) Thank you for insights.
Sharon from YearsAfter said 1 year ago
Beautiful Sapphires for September! How could we live without the color Blue!
Jodie from JBMDesigns said 1 year ago
Love seeing all of the Sapphire color used in so many ways! I am biased though since it is my Birthstone :) Beautiful selections!
Jewels Verne from ForestCitySilverCo said 1 year ago
Love the ombre sapphire bracelet!
Anastasia from MypartyboxPrintable said 1 year ago
Sapphire in interior design is is the best idea for a bedroom!
Dasha from toyscatsnightie said 1 year ago
Very beautiful color sapphire stone. Noble and deep. I like that color. I would like to have interior details of this color.
Maryna from SedfatDoll said 1 year ago
Incredibly beautiful jewelry. The ring is my favorite😍. Looks like a tiara, really like it. I need to give a hint to husband, which ring I want for the anniversary😉
Nilesh pokiya from JAYKRISHNADIAMOND said 1 year ago
Beautiful Pieces !!! ♥♥♥
Alyona and Vera from JewelryByZafiro said 1 year ago
Such a beautiful stone! Noble and deep
Patti Trostle from PattiTrostle said 1 year ago
I love the ring!
Christa from ArtPrintsByChrista said 1 year ago
this is very beautiful
Natalya from LadiesDressingRoom said 357 days ago
Wooooow, very beautiful,interestig and romantic jewelry!!! I like it.
Natalya from LadiesDressingRoom said 337 days ago
Very beautiful jewelry. Thanks, I like it.
HelenVasyl Nemyrovski from DoubleJewelry said 34 days ago
We like, that Etsy’s color of the 2021 will be light or sky blu. This colors while offering tranquility and further connecting us to nature. Our enthusiasm for create new jewelry with sapphire will only continue to grow.