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The Best Bat Mitzvah Gift Ideas to Honor Her Major Milestone
Becoming a bat mitzvah is one of the most significant milestones in Jewish life cycle events. According to Jewish law, it's when a girl becomes a woman. And it represents a lot of hard work following years of committed study. It's standing up in front of congregants and loved ones and boldly reading and chanting from the Torah, and sharing a hand-penned speech — all at 13 years old. It's all of this, plus she's a teenager now. So yes, it's a very big deal!
Naturally, you want to honor the huge achievement with the perfect present. These best bat mitzvah gifts strike just the right note, whether you're seeking a religious object (like a kiddush cup, Torah pointer, or Shabbat candlesticks), a decorative piece of Judaica (like jewelry with a star of David, chai, or hamsa motif) — or even a special present unrelated to Judaism. Most gifts on our list ring in under $50 (with some options even under $10), and none are over $100, so you won't have to break the bank to make her feel special on this most important day.
Still looking for more inspiration? Check out our roundup of gifts for teens that they'll actually think are cool, as well as our bar mitzvah gift guide.
Bling Jewelry/Michael Aram - 2/21
1) Hebrew Chai Necklace
Alef Bet by Paula
amazon.com
$24.00
This pretty gold necklace features the Hebrew word for "life," Chai (חי), which is a popular symbol for luck in Jewish culture.
Alef Bet by Paula - 3/21
2) Black Orchid Kiddush Cup
Michael Aram
saksfifthavenue.com
$95.00
A Kiddush cup she can use on Shabbat is a classic bat mitzvah gift. This gorgeous handmade, stainless steel and nickel-plated cup with a graceful orchid design will last her a lifetime.
Michael Aram - 4/21
3) Jewish Star Friendship Bracelet
Alef Bet by Paula
amazon.com
$31.00
This macrame bracelet resembles friendship bracelets in a woven style. The star of David charm dresses up the look.
Alef Bet by Paula - 5/21
4) "Nice" Jewish Girls Book
Julie Merberg
amazon.com
$16.69
An inspiration for Jewish girls, this book digs into the lives of historical icons like Anne Frank and Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Downtown Bookworks - 6/21
5) Purple Stained Glass Jewelry Box
J Devlin Glass Art
amazon.com
$44.95
This pretty stained-glass keepsake box can be personalized with her name and the date of her bat mitzvah.
J Devlin Glass Art - 7/21
6) Personalized Trinket Dish
WillowLaneCollective
etsy.com
$13.99
This personalizable dish with a petite star of David holds rings or other trinkets tidily and with a hint of Jewish flair.
WillowLaneCollective - 8/21
7) Bat Mitzvah Engraved Silver Keepsake Box
Personalization Mall
personalizationmall.com
$25.99
This dainty silver plated keepsake box with lift-off lid is perfect for her most prized jewelry possessions. Personalize with her name, bat mitzvah date, and additional text engraved on the lid. You can choose from three existing verses, or write your own for an extra special touch.
Personalization Mall - 9/21
8) Touchscreen Purse
Save the Girls
amazon.com
$34.99
Perfect for a phone-obsessed teen, this purse allows its wearer to operate a smartphone without ever removing it. (No more cracked screens!)
Save the Girls - 10/21
9) Tiered Jewelry Box
Vlando
amazon.com
$40.99
For the heirloom jewelry she's sure to receive on the big day, gift her an elegant place to keep it safe and organized.
Vlando - 11/21
10) Hand-Painted Shabbat Candlesticks
Matashi
amazon.com
$59.99
These beautiful and intricate Shabbat candlesticks have a hamsa and Star of David motif, all decorated with glittering crystal details.
Matashi - 12/21
11) Hebrew Bookmark
JewelMango
etsy.com
$24.00
Customize this bookmark with her Hebrew name and the date of her bat mitzvah, or any other message in Hebrew. Plus, choose from a wide range of cord colors for a perfectly personalizable gift.
JewelMango - 13/21
12) Multicolor Star Of David Pendant Necklace
Bling Jewelry
amazon.com
$36.99
This cheerful necklace balances timeless sterling silver with multicolor cubic zirconia accents for a fun and whimsical look.
Bling Jewlery - 14/21
13) Torah Portion Custom Art
MickieCaspi
etsy.com
$59.00
This fully customizable gift transforms her Torah portion into a work of art.
MickieCaspi - 15/21
14) Purple Flower Acrylic Frame
FONMY
amazon.com
$26.99
This floral frame is perfect for a photo of a special memory — or reserved for a picture from the big day.
FONMY - 16/21
15) Inspirational Pouch
Hanamiya Na
amazon.com
$9.89
This pouch comes emblazoned with an inspirational message right in line with bat mitzvah sentiments. Give it on its own, or stuff it with a gift card, beauty products, jewelry, or other treats.
Hanamiya Na - 17/21
16) Botanical Leaf Mezuzah
Michael Aram
saksfifthavenue.com
$60.00
This elegant and feminine nickel-plate mezuzah features twisting branches and leaf details.
Michael Aram - 18/21
17) Bat Mitzvah Two Tone Charm Bangle
Alex and Ani
amazon.com
$7.97
This fun bat mitzvah-theme charm bracelet is, well, charming — at a super-budget-friendly price point.
Alex and Ani - 19/21
18) Torah Pointer
DesertKippot
etsy.com
$65.00
This dazzling Torah pointer (yad) can help her nail the big day. A view of Jerusalem is etched into the handle.
DesertKippot - 20/21
19) Tree of Life Tallit Clip
EmilyRosenfeld
etsy.com
$44.00
This charming pewter tallit clip has a stylized tree of life motif.
emilyrosenfeld - 21/21
20) Tree Of Life Small Menorah
Michael Aram
saksfifthavenue.com
$100.00
This handmade menorah is designed based on the tree of life, a universal symbol of hope. She'll love having her very own menorah to recite the Hanukkah blessings over every year.
Michael Aram
