Emerald May Birthstone
May is the month associated with the beautiful and rare gemstone, Emerald. This lucious beautiful green gemstone has long been associated with riches, luxury and beauty, as this gemstone is one of the four precious gemstones, along with diamond, sapphire and ruby.
Emerald symbolizes love, fertility, and rebirth. It promotes harmony, compassion, and balance in partnerships. The gemstone’s brilliant green color represents spring, which signifies new beginnings.
Emerald is connected to zodiac signs: Taurus and Gemini. Emerald is a perfect Taurus ( April 20th and May 20th) gemstone as it as it aligns with the special characteristics of this Earth sign. Emerald is stable, reliable, and down-to-earth, just like people born under Taurus!
Spiritual Healing
Emerald strengthens and heal the heart and kidneys and to promote circulatory and neurological function. Emerald increases psychic sensitivity and clairvoyance when held over the third-eye chakra.
In addition, Emeralds are thought to bring luck and good fortune in life. Many attribute its healing effects to its vivid green hue, which is said to correspond with the heart chakra. As a result, this gem is believed to bring its wearer into greater alignment with their heart’s true desires.
In terms of jewelry, Emeralds can take many forms. Earrings are one of the most popular pieces of jewelry for an Emerald gemstone, as it can create a simple yet eye-catching look.