Permanent Jewelry Charms and Birthstones: How to Choose
Yes, you can add charms to permanent jewelry. BURDLIFE has birthstones, initials, hearts, stars and more, added at the time of welding.
By BURDLIFE Studio Team ·
Which charms can you add?
You can pick birthstones, initials, hearts, stars and more. Charms are added at the time of welding, so you choose them in the same visit as your chain.
Some charms are welded on and others clip on. Ask which is which when you choose.
How to choose your charm
- Pick a meaning Think of a birthday, a name, a child, a friend or a date that matters to you.
- Choose the type Birthstone for a month, an initial for a name, or a heart or star for a simple shape.
- Think about how you live A few small charms can catch on sleeves and bags. Ask staff what suits your day.
- Choose your chain Pick the chain and the charm together so they look right as a pair.
- Weld it on Charms go on at the time of welding. The whole visit takes about 10 to 15 minutes.
Birthstones by month
This is the standard modern birthstone list. Ask in studio which stones we have in the charm range.
| Month | Birthstone |
|---|---|
| January | Garnet |
| February | Amethyst |
| March | Aquamarine |
| April | Diamond (clear stone) |
| May | Emerald |
| June | Pearl or alexandrite |
| July | Ruby |
| August | Peridot |
| September | Sapphire |
| October | Opal or tourmaline |
| November | Topaz or citrine |
| December | Turquoise or tanzanite |
Ideas for who to match
- Your own month, for a charm that feels like you.
- A child or partner, so they stay close all day.
- A friend, with matching stones for each of you.
Permanent anklet with an initial
An initial looks neat on an ankle chain. Wear it on its own, or add a birthstone for a second detail. Read more in our permanent anklets guide.
Not sure yet
You do not need to decide before you arrive. Walk-ins are welcome at Houston, Nashville and San Antonio, and you can look at everything in person.
For how pricing works, see the cost guide. Looking for a present? Try jewelry gifts under 100 or read about permanent jewelry as a gift.
You can visit any studio: Houston, Nashville, San Antonio and Atlanta (Johns Creek). Book a time to keep the wait short.
Keeping charms simple
One charm on a dainty chain looks clean. Several charms look busy, and they can catch on clothes more often. Start with one, and think about what you want to see every day.
A charm that carries a meaning tends to stay a favorite. Many people choose a birthstone for a child, or an initial for themselves.
Questions to ask in studio
- Which charms are welded on, and which clip on?
- Which stones are in the charm range today?
- Which chain style suits this charm best?
Questions
- Can I add charms to permanent jewelry?
- Yes. We have birthstones, initials, hearts, stars and more. Charms are added at the time of welding.
- Are charms welded on?
- Some charms are welded on and others clip on. Ask in studio which is which.
- Can I get a permanent anklet with an initial?
- Initial charms are available. Ask the team in studio to match one to your anklet chain.
- What is my birthstone?
- See the month table in this post. Ask in studio which stones are in the charm range.
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Studios: Houston, Nashville and San Antonio (open). Atlanta in Johns Creek (opening Nov 16).