Golden Threads

Notes from Red Lodge on stones, symbols, and the making of things meant to last. Field guides, founder musings, and the occasional long look at a single sapphire.

Golden Threads

Sapphire, the September Birthstone β€” Written From Montana
Sapphire, the September Birthstone β€” Written From Montana
Jul 30, 2026
Sapphire is the birthstone for September, and nearly all American sapphire comes out of Montana. What the stone is, why...
Montana sapphire rings in teal, sage green, and blue 14K gold
What Montana Sapphires Mean, By Color β€” A Wearer's Field Guide
Jun 17, 2026
Color is the first thing a Montana sapphire tells you about itself. A short guide to what each one β€”...
Montana sapphires in teal, green, blue, and golden colors held in the hand
The Complete Guide to Montana Sapphires β€” Written From Montana
Jun 16, 2026
The guide I wished existed before I started building with these stones. What Montana sapphires are, the three deposits they...

Featured collection

Vesper Huggie Set | Montana Sapphire in 14K Gold $2,080
Headwaters bolo earrings, solid 14K yellow gold, Montana sapphires, threader earrings β€” Talismania
Headwaters Bolo Earrings | Montana Sapphire in 14K Gold $11,480
Headwaters bolo necklace, solid 14K yellow gold, Montana sapphires, front, necklace β€” Talismania
Headwaters Bolo Necklace | Montana Sapphire in 14K Gold $8,880