April showers bring May flowers...and also May emeralds! That’s right: May’s birthstone is none other than that show-stopping EMERALD!
Check out that GORGEOUS green color. This is a 14k strawberry gold and Costa Smeralda emerald pendant from LeVian.
Have you ever wondered where emeralds get that beautiful color? It’s what happens when beryl gemstones are exposed to chromium underground. Emeralds are a particular type of beryl, but only the most beautiful greens make the grade to get named emeralds!
Like many birthstones, emeralds have been around for ages. In fact, the word emerald actually comes from the ancient Greek word “smaragdos,” which literally means “a green gem.” Cleopatra was obsessed with emeralds and included many in her royal outfits, and the crown belonging to the last Incan emperor features an absolutely massive emerald.
Ancient civilizations had many beliefs related to emeralds. Did you know that science has proven those who thought emeralds reduce eye strain correct? Yep - that’s right. Those ancient Roman poets knew what they were writing about! We’re not sure that ancient beliefs about emeralds helping you see into the future, showing if your partner is cheating, or making you a better speaker are so right, but maybe time will prove us wrong!
We love this Swarovski crystal turtle necklace in emerald green. It’s absolutely perfect for May babies considering that green makes us think of spring turning into summer!
If you love rings as much as we do, you’ve got to check out this beauty. This white gold, diamond, and emerald stunner has a throwback look that is oh-so-trendy right now. This would be perfect as a fashion ring or even as a nontraditional engagement band for a couple that holds May close to their hearts.
Ready for some more emerald facts? Emeralds are found all over the world, but they are especially common in South America, Zambia, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. Colombia and Brazil take the cake for the most productive mines, however.
Emeralds are definitely one of the most popular gemstones, and they’ve lent their name to so many different things. One of the most famous is the Emerald City from the Wizard of Oz. No one is 100 percent sure why L. Frank Baum decided to name his fictional kingdom after this gem, but people have speculated that he meant to imply wealth or that he wanted to invoke the sense of abundance that green tends to remind us of. Either way, many things have followed suit. Seattle is known as the Emerald City, as is Sydney, Australia and Muntinlupa, Philippines.
Considering how much emerald makes us think of spring, how perfect are these flower studs? They really symbolize how everything is blooming. Maybe if we’re lucky, everything will be coming up emerald!
Pair those flower studs with this gorgeous halo ring, and you’ll be spring ready!
Whether you’re a May baby or just an emerald admirer, we know you’ll agree that this birthstone is absolutely gorgeous. We have so many more emerald fashion jewelry in store and online. Add your favorites to your online wish list, ask your jewelry stylist to drop a few hints, or treat yourself today!
Check out that GORGEOUS green color. This is a 14k strawberry gold and Costa Smeralda emerald pendant from LeVian.
Have you ever wondered where emeralds get that beautiful color? It’s what happens when beryl gemstones are exposed to chromium underground. Emeralds are a particular type of beryl, but only the most beautiful greens make the grade to get named emeralds!
Like many birthstones, emeralds have been around for ages. In fact, the word emerald actually comes from the ancient Greek word “smaragdos,” which literally means “a green gem.” Cleopatra was obsessed with emeralds and included many in her royal outfits, and the crown belonging to the last Incan emperor features an absolutely massive emerald.
Ancient civilizations had many beliefs related to emeralds. Did you know that science has proven those who thought emeralds reduce eye strain correct? Yep - that’s right. Those ancient Roman poets knew what they were writing about! We’re not sure that ancient beliefs about emeralds helping you see into the future, showing if your partner is cheating, or making you a better speaker are so right, but maybe time will prove us wrong!
We love this Swarovski crystal turtle necklace in emerald green. It’s absolutely perfect for May babies considering that green makes us think of spring turning into summer!
If you love rings as much as we do, you’ve got to check out this beauty. This white gold, diamond, and emerald stunner has a throwback look that is oh-so-trendy right now. This would be perfect as a fashion ring or even as a nontraditional engagement band for a couple that holds May close to their hearts.
Ready for some more emerald facts? Emeralds are found all over the world, but they are especially common in South America, Zambia, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. Colombia and Brazil take the cake for the most productive mines, however.
Emeralds are definitely one of the most popular gemstones, and they’ve lent their name to so many different things. One of the most famous is the Emerald City from the Wizard of Oz. No one is 100 percent sure why L. Frank Baum decided to name his fictional kingdom after this gem, but people have speculated that he meant to imply wealth or that he wanted to invoke the sense of abundance that green tends to remind us of. Either way, many things have followed suit. Seattle is known as the Emerald City, as is Sydney, Australia and Muntinlupa, Philippines.
Considering how much emerald makes us think of spring, how perfect are these flower studs? They really symbolize how everything is blooming. Maybe if we’re lucky, everything will be coming up emerald!
Pair those flower studs with this gorgeous halo ring, and you’ll be spring ready!
Whether you’re a May baby or just an emerald admirer, we know you’ll agree that this birthstone is absolutely gorgeous. We have so many more emerald fashion jewelry in store and online. Add your favorites to your online wish list, ask your jewelry stylist to drop a few hints, or treat yourself today!