May - Emerald

Color

One of the most beautiful and treasured of the precious gemstones is the Emerald. Green is the only color of emerald. The ideal shade has been described as "intense" green.

Lore

The stone of nature. Symbolizes serenity and peace of mind. According to legend, Emeralds strengthen the owner's memory, quicken the intelligence and assist in predicting the future.

Why Buy

Birthstone for May. Emerald is the recommended gift for couples celebrating their twentieth and thirty-fifth anniversaries. Emerald is a wonderful gem to use as a center stone in jewellery or as an accent.

Found

Fine quality emeralds are most often found in Colombia. Emeralds can also be found in South Africa.

Care

Clean your Emerald with care using a soft dry cloth. Avoid sudden temperature changes, household chemicals and ultrasonic jewellery cleaners.