May Birthstone - Emerald

Emerald is May's birthstone. But more than that, its also represents the color of springtime, nature, and in some cultures love.  When it comes to emeralds, color is more important than clarity.  The more color, the more value. Emeralds register 7.5 - 8 on the Mohs scale. However they are brittle so be careful when cleaning. To learn more about this beautiful stone, click here .