Gemstones

May's Gemstone is Emerald

Emeralds are a very soft and are one of the most valuable of all the gemstones. This green version of the mineral beryl is primarily mined in Columbia.

Emerald is one of the earliest known gems to man.

Birthstone for May, the emerald has come to represent the beauty and promise of spring.

Ancients dedicated the emerald to the Goddess Venus. They believed that the emerald would improve intelligence. They also believed that it was very beneficial to the eyes, Emperor Nero would watch gladiator shows through a fine emerald glasses. It was also considered to reveal faithfulness between lovers.