May's Birthstone

Emerald

Emerald, the birthstone for May, is a captivating green gemstone known for its rich color and timeless beauty. Belonging to the beryl family of minerals, emeralds get their vibrant green hue from traces of chromium and vanadium. Prized since ancient times, emeralds were cherished by civilizations like the Egyptians, who associated the stone with fertility and rebirth. Today, they symbolize renewal, growth, and prosperity—fitting themes for the spring month of May. The finest emeralds are sourced from Colombia, Zambia, and Brazil, and are often more valuable than diamonds of comparable size due to their rarity and depth of color.

Despite their beauty, emeralds are relatively softer than many other gemstones, ranking 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale of hardness. They often contain natural inclusions, sometimes called “jardin” (French for “garden”), which are accepted as part of the gem’s character rather than flaws. These inclusions make each stone unique and can add to its charm when skillfully cut. Because of their delicate nature, emeralds are usually set in protective settings and require gentle care. Whether worn as a symbol of May or simply for their striking elegance, emeralds remain a treasured choice in fine jewelry.

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Just got my moms birthday gift in the mail. We got her a birthstone ring and I am in love!! Thank you so much she is going to absolutely love it. She’s been wanting one for a very long time.
— Karmen
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Excited to receive this ring today! Stones are aquamarine, alexandrite, and Swiss blue topaz. I chose it in the sterling silver.
The ring feels very solid, and the stones are very pretty. Love it!
— J.S.C.
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I purchased a pendant necklace and earrings to match and I am thrilled. Before purchasing I sent a few emails to their customer service with several questions. They responded quickly. I ordered the necklace and earrings as separate items but the stone was the same. Sparkle & Jade matched them perfectly in the same hue and the quality is excellent. I will definitely purchase from them again if the need arises.
— Joanne B.
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This ring was gorgeous. Turned out the perfect size and fit. Exactly as pictured - honestly better because the pictures did not capture the sheen and sparkle of the textured design. Captures the light well and looks great on my other half. He loves it!

This company has fantastic turn around time. It arrived promptly and well packaged. I was a little skeptical to order online, especially from Instagram, but I’m happy I took the risk! Thank you!
— Kaitlin P.
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Sparkle is right! I am so thrilled with the uniqueness, beauty and quality of this piece! I’ve had it on my wishlist since my first was born in 2017 and am so happy I finally treated myself! It is stunning and so personal and perfect for me.
— Julia M.
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This is the second thing I have purchased from sparkle & jade. I'm very happy with the rings. Very pretty and great quality!
— Melissa m.