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Birthstone of the Month

Those who are fortunate to be born in the month of May appreciate that the color of green Emerald represents loyalty, faithfulness, and friendship. Emeralds vary in color from light to deep green depending on the internal characteristics which are called "jardin" or garden. The meaning of the color green represents many aspects of renewed life: social, religious, or biblical. The May birthstone is represented as one of the most valuable gemstones mined from Spain, Egypt, and Brazil. Emerald comes from the valuable species of the beryl family which also includes Aquamarine. It is a fragile gemstone that is not meant for everyday wearing, and requires attention and special care. In addition to being the birthstone for May, it is also the gemstone for the 35th wedding anniversary.