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Emeralds, May’s Birthstone, Bring Love and Hope

By on May 1, 2022 in Blog

“That must be the City of Emeralds!” said Dorothy to her companions. The emerald is a symbol of rebirth and nature—perfect for its role as May’s birthstone. This lush, deep green gem represents good fortune, youth, balance, and growth. Along with rubies, sapphires, and diamonds, the emerald is one of the four recognized precious stones. […]

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The Healing Power of Gemstones

By on March 18, 2020 in Blog

For centuries, people have believed in the power of certain gemstones to heal ailments, strengthen hopes and ward off evil. Even if you’re not sold on the powers of crystals, it’s an intriguing concept. While there’s no scientific evidence that crystals can heal, they’ve been a part of what we now call “alternative medicine” for […]

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Emerald, May’s brilliant birthstone

By on May 6, 2018 in Blog

As the world grows green in the spring, it’s fitting that the emerald is May’s birthstone. It’s been revered for centuries…its name comes from the ancient Greek word for green, ‘smaragdus.’ The first known mines were in Egypt, dating from at least 330 BC. And it’s one of the four “precious” gemstones of the world, […]

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Welcome to Emerald Month: Celebrating May’s birthstone

By on May 1, 2017 in Blog

As trees and grass begin to turn green, we enter the month of May—and celebrate the month’s birthdays with the glorious emerald. From the Greek, meaning “green,” emeralds have long been associated with wealth and royalty. Emeralds are also symbols for the 20th and 35th wedding anniversaries. The stone has a long, long history; the […]

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