September Birthstone: Sapphire
Born in September · 1 birthstone
Sapphire is the birthstone for September. Most people think of a deep blue stone, but sapphire comes in nearly every color except red - red ones are called rubies. It is very hard and tough, so it lasts a lifetime.
About Sapphire
Best known in blue, but also pink, yellow, orange, purple, green and more.
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Kashmir, Myanmar and Sri Lanka are the famous historic sources. Australia, Thailand, Cambodia, Madagascar and Montana in the United States also produce it.
📜 Story and old beliefs
For a Baby Born in September
September brings the first cool days of autumn, and sapphire's deep blue feels like a clear evening sky. By tradition it stands for truth and loyalty - a lovely promise to make to a new baby. Navy and deep blue make an easy, calm theme for the nursery and for back-to-school-season birthdays.
Keepsake Ideas
Birthstones are keepsakes for later, not jewelry for babies. Do not put necklaces, bracelets, anklets or small stones on a baby or toddler - they can cause choking or strangulation. That includes amber or gemstone 'teething' necklaces, which the U.S. FDA and the American Academy of Pediatrics warn against. Keep gems and jewelry out of reach.
September Zodiac Signs
Quick Answers
What is the birthstone for September?
Sapphire.
Is sapphire always blue?
No. Blue is the classic color, but sapphire comes in pink, yellow, green and many other colors. Only red is not called sapphire - that is ruby.
What does sapphire mean?
By tradition it stands for truth, faithfulness and nobility. These are old beliefs, not facts about the stone.
Stone list and gem facts follow the GIA birthstone guides. Meanings are old traditions and folklore, not facts or health claims.