If someone in your life has a September birthday, they get one of the most versatile and durable birthstones on the calendar. At Forever Jewelry in Greenwood Park Mall, sapphire is one of our favorite stones to help customers shop for — it's beautiful, it's tough enough for daily wear, and it comes with genuine history behind it.
More than just blue
Sapphire is best known for its striking, deep blue color, but that's really just the most famous member of a much bigger family. Sapphire is a variety of the mineral corundum, and it occurs naturally in nearly every color except red — red corundum is classified separately as ruby. Pink, yellow, green and violet sapphires all exist, and padparadscha — a rare blend of pink and orange — is considered the most romantic and sought-after color in the sapphire family.
Built to be worn every day
Sapphire ranks 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, making it one of the hardest gemstones available and second only to diamond. That durability is a big part of why sapphire is a popular choice not just for birthday gifts but for engagement rings — it resists scratches and holds up to the kind of daily wear that softer stones can't handle.
Thousands of years of meaning
The name "sapphire" comes from both the Latin "sapphirus" and the Greek "sappheiros," both meaning "blue stone." For thousands of years, sapphire has symbolized truth, sincerity, nobility and integrity, and ancient Greek and Roman royalty believed the stone offered protection from harm and envy — some also believed it attracted wealth to its owner. Few birthstones carry that much history in a single gem.
Choosing a sapphire gift
| Style | Best for |
|---|---|
| Classic blue sapphire | The traditional choice — rings, pendants, earrings |
| Pink or yellow sapphire | A softer, more colorful everyday look |
| Padparadscha sapphire | A rare, romantic statement piece |
| Sapphire + diamond combination | Engagement and anniversary rings |
Shopping for an engagement ring?
Sapphire is a durable, colorful alternative to a traditional diamond center stone — see our engagement ring buyer's guide.
Need a gift under budget?
Sapphire studs or a pendant deliver a lot of color for the price — see our gift ideas under $500.
Find September birthstone gifts in Greenwood
At Forever Jewelry in Greenwood Park Mall, we carry sapphire jewelry and can help you find or order the right piece for a September birthday. Stop by Space H02B to see sapphire in person, or explore options at www.forever.jewelry.
Greenwood Park Mall, Space H02B
1251 US Highway 31 North, Greenwood, Indiana 46142
Phone: (317) 430-8184 · Web: www.forever.jewelry
Serving Greenwood, Indianapolis, Center Grove & all of Johnson County.
Frequently asked questions
What is the birthstone for September?
Sapphire — best known in deep blue, but it occurs in nearly every color except red.
Is sapphire a good stone for an everyday ring?
Yes — at 9 on the Mohs scale it's one of the most durable gemstones, second only to diamond.
What does sapphire symbolize?
Truth, sincerity, nobility and integrity, with a history of royal association going back thousands of years.
Does sapphire only come in blue?
No — it comes in pink, yellow, green, violet and the rare padparadscha pink-orange blend, among other colors.
Where can I buy September birthstone jewelry near Greenwood, Indiana?
Forever Jewelry at Greenwood Park Mall carries sapphire jewelry and can help you find or order a piece. We've served Greenwood since 2006.
Celebrate a September birthday
Visit us at Greenwood Park Mall or browse online to find the right sapphire piece for your gift list.
Shop Forever Jewelry Call (317) 430-8184