May Birthstone - Emerald

For those who were born in the month of May the Emerald is the traditional birthstone. 

The May birthstone poem reflects some of the properties with which the Emerald is associated - loyalty, faithfulness and friendship. 

The Traditional Metaphysical Properties for the May Birthstone Emerald are memory, clairvoyance and faith. 

 

The healing properties of the May birthstone are reputed to be effective for health problems relating to the eyes, fertility, the spine and headaches. 

The Emerald is also used to enhance mental capabilities.

 

The May birthstone of the Emerald is considered to be the birthstone for Taurus (The sign of the Bull) and relate to those born between April 21 - May 20. The 

 

Zodiac sign of Taurus also responds to Sapphire, Garnet Agate, and Diamond.

 

Definition of Emerald, the May birth stone: 

 

The word Emerald is derived from the Greek word "Smaragdos" which means "green stone" which reflect the color of the emerald. 

A precious stone of a rich green color, a variety of beryl that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem. By weight the emerald is the most valuable gemstone in the world.

May Gemstone poem - the Emerald

"Who first beholds the light of day

In spring's sweet, flower month of May

And wears an Emerald all her life

Shall be a loved and a loving wife."