May Birthstone Rings

Emeralds are the birthstone for the month of May. Emeralds signify love, success, goodness, and fidelity. It has also been thought to promote health, increase intelligence, improve memory, and cure illnesses. Emeralds have a very unique green color. There is no other gem that is that brilliant color of green. Emeralds played a special role in Roman, Egyptian, and Indian history because of their brilliant color. Cleopatra was especially fond of emeralds.

Emeralds are a green beryl mineral, and they are actually not that hard. Care should be taken when cleaning emeralds. Do not clean them with chemicals or by steam cleaning. The word emerald is taken from two words -- the French word "esmeraude" and the Greek word "smaragdos" which means "green gemstone". Emeralds can be found in Pakistan, Russia, Australia, the United States, and Africa among other countries, but Columbia is considered one of the major producers.

Typically, a birthstone ring is made of a single stone. However, birthstones are becoming more popular as an option for engagement rings and sweetheart rings. You could have a single emerald paired with two diamonds to either side to make a beautiful engagement ring, or you could have a diamond accented by emeralds. You could also create a sweetheart ring with both your birthstone and your partner.s birthstone. This is a special gift for that special someone in your life.

Birthstone rings aren't only for birthdays. They are a thoughtful gift when given on other holidays too. It is a personalized way to show that you care about someone. When you give a person a birthstone ring, include a note about the gemstone and its special meaning. This extra effort will make your gift help show you care. It may become their favorite ring due to its special meaning.

Consider giving someone an emerald ring for your 20th, 35th, or 55th wedding anniversaries as emeralds are suggested for those occasions!