If posts are not your thing, these lever back earrings are a perfect way to wear Sapphire A pair of sapphire earrings set in yellow or white gold is a classic, and is always appropriate. Choose from genuine sapphire, or the more affordable lab-created gem. Sunny and affordable, citrine earrings look perfect when set in glistening yellow gold mountings. Traditionally, citrine is given on anniversaries but is perfect for any occasion.