The birthstone for May is emerald.

The name emerald is derived from the Greek word smaragdos, which means “green stone”. Emerald is the most precious of the beryl family. The green color occurs when pure, clear beryl contains vanadium. They even come in different shades of green, from dark to pale sea green.

Often emeralds are clouded by inclusions which are not considered faults but are evidence of the genuineness. All emeralds are brittle and are sensitive to pressure. Emeralds should avoid high heat, strong chemicals, and long exposure to intense light.

At Americus Diamond we have emeralds mounted in earrings, pendants, and rings. If you have a special someone with a birthday in May visit our showroom and let us help you find the perfect gift.

Americus Diamond suggests that you DO NOT CLEAN your emeralds, opals, or tanzanite yourself. They are soft stones and need extra care when cleaning.

When you purchase jewelry at Americus Diamond we will clean it as often as you like. Stop by our showroom and let us professionally clean your gemstone jewelry.