From the lavender gemstones to the bold labrys axe, queer women are proudly embracing these sapphic symbols in their jewelry. More than accessories, they’re declarations of our pride, subtle signals, and tributes to queer history. In a world where lesbian identities have often been hidden in plain sight, lesbian jewelry can be a stylish yet significant way to embrace pride, culture, and connection.
If you’re treating yourself or hunting for the perfect lesbian gift, these gorgeous, culturally resonant pieces offer a fresh take on queer fashion and a way to wear your heart (and history) on your sleeve, chest, or finger.
1. The Lesbian Flag Colors
The lesbian pride flag’s bold stripes look like a summer sunset with oranges, pinks, and purple-red. These colors symbolize love, passion, and community, and they’ve found their way into our jewelry as celebrations of identity.
★ Lesbians looking for a gorgeous pop will love stunning Rainbow-Shaped Lesbian Pride Earrings, adorned with delicate white flowers.
For casual, everyday wear, these Lesbian Pride Woven Friendship Bracelets, come in a range of lesbian color patterns. With a rustic-ish casual look, it’s perfect for teens, college, and/or chappy queers. They are designed by an LGBT small business Some Patience.
For a more delicate and femme-forward look, this dainty gold Lesbian Pride Bracelet features gold beads and beads in the lesbian flag’s colors.
Lastly, For those who love lightweight, modern styles, this Resin Lesbian Pride Ring is made from lightweight resin.
2. Sappho
How could we forget our beloved ancient Greek poet Sappho? The most famous ancient lesbian poet with her legacy, inspiring sapphic connection for centuries. Today, Sappho not only has inspired an entire Greek island of lesbians but she remains a symbol of lesbian love, art, and passion.
This Sappho Necklace by Polish designer Melancholia features a miniature figure of Sappho herself, crafted with precision and elegance. Silver-plated with gold or black rhodium, it celebrates the timeless impact of one of history’s most famous queer women.
If you love to layer, this Divine Sappho Necklace Set includes two pendants: one featuring a side profile of Sappho’s face and another depicting the female form. At checkout, you have the option to donate a portion of your purchase to support LGBTQ+ youth empowerment.
Finally, for those who want to wear history on their hand, this signet Sappho Solid Gold Signet Ring by woman-owned brand Common Era features an intricate figure of Sappho in solid gold.
3. Black Triangle
Once a marker of Nazi persecution, the black triangle has been reclaimed as a symbol of lesbian resilience, resistance, and defiance.
For those seeking subtle minimalism, these Black Triangle Stud Earrings from Cold Gold, a women-owned brand in Tennessee, are a millennial classic. Crafted with 14k gold alongside black clay, the studs are small and lightweight.
For a bolder statement, I love this Black Triangle Ring. An eye-catching option. It’s made with striking black onyx and available in both silver and gold to suit your style.
4. Snake Symbolism
The snake, often linked to transformation and rebirth, has also become a symbol of 2020’s women’s queer sexuality, power, and mystique in lesbian culture.
★ For a sleek, elegant, yet modern look, I LOVE these Slithering Snake Earrings for an everyday and timeless edge.
But for a more bold and textured approach, this Snake Skin Ring offers a silver band crafted from recycled solid sterling silver with a rich snake skin pattern.
If you’re drawn to lesbian rings that give a statement, this Snake Ring by women-owned brand Verameat is a bold choice. Available in gold or silver, it features a coiled snake with its head and fangs on display.
For those seeking something rugged yet refined, this Snake Ring that’s made from stainless steel is perfect. It features a design of a snake coiled upwards, exuding both motion and power.
Finally, this Adjustable Snake Ring is a must-have. Handmade in Greece, it’s crafted from sterling silver and gold-plated, offering an adjustable fit that molds perfectly to you.
5. Double Venus
The two interlocking female signs have long been a powerful symbol of lesbian love, unity, and sisterhood.
Start with Automic Gold, a queer and trans-owned fine jewelry brand known for its timeless, genderless designs. Their Double Venus Charm, which can go with a bracelet or earring, brings a minimalist elegance.
Looking for rings? This Double Venus Ring is a stunning choice available in yellow, white, or rose gold, and even silver for those who prefer a cooler tone.
If necklaces are more your thing, consider a Dainty Double Venus Necklace available in yellow, white, or rose gold for a delicate yet unmistakable nod to sapphic pride. For a more masc edge, there’s the Steel Double Venus Necklace with a stainless Cuban chain.
But if you lean into subtlety, you might opt for a quieter feminist nod to sapphic love with this SINGLE Venus Silver Necklace by Leftbians, a lesbian couple-run brand.
6. Scissors
Playful yet cheeky, the scissor symbol has taken on funny significance in lesbian culture, often representing intimacy and connection with a wink of humor.
For stem lesbians looking for a stylish everyday option, these Scissor Stud Earrings are available in gold, silver, and rose.
For a striking centerpiece, this Vertical Scissor Necklace features a golden pair of scissors that acts as the pendant with a sleek gold chain threaded through the handles.
Rounding out the collection, this Scissor Ring, made of premium sterling silver, has a striking design yet subtle in signal.
7. Feminine Body Positivity
Symbols of the female form have long celebrated the beauty, strength, and autonomy of lesbian identity.
So, for a touch of elegance and personalization, consider this Breast Ring with gemstones of your choice for the nipples. It’s available in gold, rose gold, and platinum.
For other female parts, this Vulva Charm is a handcrafted masterpiece, created from recycled gold with exquisite detail.
Vulva Ring is another ring choice. It is crafted from recycled sterling silver, and offers a minimalist but meaningful homage to the essence of womanhood. But if you’re looking for one with a pop of color, this Silver Vulva Ring with Natural Pink Sapphire has a vivid pink sapphire stone at its center, balancing boldness with beauty.
For a more artistic approach, the Female Body Ring showcases a small figure of a naked female body bending backward. Available in sterling silver or gold brass, it’s a stunning tribute to the form and flow of the feminine.
8. Dyke Word Ring
Once a reclaimed slur, “dyke” has evolved into a symbol of defiance, pride, and community within lesbian culture. And what better way to declare your pride than by wearing this Dyke Ring from SLT Studios. Handcrafted in chunky silver with “DYKE” emblazoned in all caps, it’s a bold, unapologetic statement piece that commands attention.
This striking piece comes from SLT Studios, the brand founded by Amy Spalding, a lesbian celebrity from the reality TV show I Kissed A Girl.
9. Labrys (Double-Sided Axe)
The double-sided axe steeped in ancient Greek history has become a symbol of lesbian strength, resistance, and autonomy. Its bold, striking form makes it a perfect choice for mascs, chapstick lesbians, and anyone who embraces their power unapologetically.
★ These high-quality Labrys Earrings crafted from silver and rhodium-plated white brass are sharp and sophisticated.
Or, as a necklace, this Labrys Goddess Pendant in sleek silver offers a minimalist yet bold statement.
If you want to support the community while you shop, consider this Labrys Necklace by Arcana Obscura, a NYC-based woman-owned business. With 20% of its proceeds going to the Audre Lorde Project, this fundraiser piece makes a statement and a difference.
And for a fancier, bolder, and more masculine look, this Double Axe Labrys Chunky Ring is crafted from 22K solid gold and silver.
10. Queer Word Ring
The word “queer” has become a powerful, inclusive identity marker in lesbian culture, embracing fluidity, self-expression, and defiance of labels. And this Chunky Queer Ring by women-owned brand Snash Jewelry is a statement piece that speaks for itself. It has “QUEER” boldly etched in all caps and is available in brass gold, sterling silver, and yellow gold.
11. Sapphic Lovers
These rings feature women lovers. For an intimate and artistic take on this love, this Embracing Kiss Ring features two small figures kissing each other and is subtly gender-fluid. It’s available in brass or sterling silver.
You can also opt for this Silver Hug Ring with two small figures of women tenderly embracing each other. It’s from the gay and lesbian-affirming Out Mall.
For a more playful approach, take this Spooning Ring that depicts two women in a spooning position. Crafted from sterling silver, this ring offers a cozy, charming ode to sapphic intimacy and love.
12. Nautical Star
The nautical star became a symbol of lesbian identity in Buffalo, New York, during the 1950s. Lesbians often wore it as a wrist tattoo, which can be easily covered by a watch. It’s a discreet way to signal their identity while avoiding the dangers of openly being queer during a time when it was unsafe to do so.
Take this sophisticated North Star Signet Ring made with sterling silver, 18k gold, enamel, and pave diamonds for an expensive and elegant look.
For a more rugged vibe, this Thick North Star Ring offers a biker-inspired style. Crafted from a mix of silver, brass, and copper, it’s got a goth-ish edge.
Finally, for a classic take on the star motif, this Chunky Silver 5-Pointed Star Ring brings timeless charm.
13. Astrology Rings
Astrology has become an integral part of modern lesbian culture, offering a playful yet meaningful way to explore love, identity, and connection.
For those seeking a bold statement piece, this Long-Horn Capricorn Ring is a standout. Featuring a detailed engraving of a sea-goat, this silver ring blends style with strength. Another option is this Long-Horn Capricorn Ring with a geometric twist. Coming in sterling silver, it’s a modern, edgy nod to celestial charm great for all lesbian types from mascs to femmes.
For leos or those drawn to the sun, this Sun Ring captures the brilliance of the sun’s rays. Available in gold, rose gold, or sterling silver, this design features a natural moldavite stone at its center, radiating warmth and power.
Lastly, this Aphrodite Ring is a nod to Greek mythology (which btw was very queer) and an ode to the goddess of love, featuring her upper face. It comes in gold, rose gold, or sterling silver options.
14. Handmade Silver Chunky Rings
Wearing several chunky rings is one of the easiest ways to look more lesbian if you’re femme. Today it’s a staple in queer and lesbian fashion, representing bold self-expression and a flair for unapologetic style.
Check out this handmade Chunky Silver Ring that’s crafted in Greece. It has a sleek, double-bean-like design that resembles two cervixes on top of each other (or like two of Chicago’s famous Bean sculptures). Made from sterling silver.
For experimental taste, this Abstract Chunky Silver Ring delivers a geometric design that’s both chic and bold. Another option is this boho-inspired Wide-Band Spinner Ring that’s made of sterling silver. It’s a cute choice for a little movement in your jewelry.
15. The Classic Rainbow
A universal symbol of LGBTQ+ pride, the rainbow’s vibrant colors can be one of the easiest ways to signal queerness in the wild.
For a playful pop of color, these Wavy Rainbow Hoops Earrings by woman-owned Ancient Truth Investigators are shaped like playful wavelengths that add a vibrant, energetic flair to any look. For an elegant pick, this Rainbow Stud Earring has minimal but sleek lines of yellow, white, and rose gold.
When it comes to necklaces, this Dainty Rainbow Necklace is a femme-friendly option. It features a small gold pendant engraved with a rainbow.
Finally, for a statement ring that dazzles, this Mosaic Rainbow Sapphire & Diamond Ring is crafted from 14-karat yellow gold, it features a mosaic of natural multi-colored sapphires accented with natural diamonds. It’s the perfect lesbian engagement ring.
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