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May’s birthstone, the emerald. Emeralds comprise the green variety of the mineral beryl, while March’s birthstone aquamarine is beryl’s blue variety. Emeralds have historically been associated with good luck and long life and have been thought to aid in eye health.

Many believe wearing emerald brings you wisdom and growth. This is commonly given as a gift for an anniversary or as a symbol of love and fidelity.

The intense brilliant green of the Emerald,  The Egyptians were known to engrave Emeralds with the symbol for foliage to represent eternal youth,The ancient Romans associated this gemstone with fertility and rebirth, the goddess of love and beauty.

Emerald is other semi-precious stone, aside from Topaz which is listed in all the ancient birthstone tables.

• color is green

• The word emerald comes from the Latin word "smaragdus", meaning green gem

• Symbolizes faith, fertility and goodness

• Believed to enhance eyesight and mental clarity, they were often carried on long journeys to keep the traveler safe

• Powers include fertility and clairvoyance Ruling planets are Jupiter, Mercury and Venus plus the Earth’s moon

• Mohs hardness of 7.5 to 8