May Birthstone – Emerald

Emerald is both May’s birthstone and Cleopatra’s favorite gem.
May’s birthstone is the extraordinary Emerald. Emeralds were discovered approximately 4000 years ago and have since been prized by connoisseurs and sought by the rich and powerful. Cleopatra herself had an extraordinary collection of emeralds mined at the Red Sea which she wore lavishly.
When the Spanish arrived [...]