Collection: May Birthstone Jewelry - Emerald

Emerald: The May Birthstone

Looking for a May birthday gift with a fresh pop of green? Emerald is the May birthstone, prized for its rich, spring-green color. Our May collection features a handmade sea shell pendant necklace with an emerald bead on leather cord, a relaxed, coastal way to wear her birthstone.

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Sea Shell Pendant Necklace with Emerald

A natural sea shell pendant paired with an emerald gemstone bead on a soft leather cord. Easy to wear every day and perfect for beach lovers born in May.

Why Shop Our Emerald Jewelry

• Handmade in Key West: made by hand, not mass-produced.
• Natural shell and emerald: every necklace is one of a kind.
• Easy everyday style: casual enough for the beach, pretty enough for dinner.
• Free shipping on orders over $150.

How to Wear Emerald

• Green emerald looks beautiful with white, navy and gold.
• Wear a shell and emerald pendant with a sundress or a white tee.

May Birthstone FAQ

What is the May birthstone?

Emerald is the May birthstone. It is a green variety of the mineral beryl.

What does emerald symbolize?

Emerald is traditionally associated with renewal, growth and love, a fitting stone for spring.

Is emerald durable?

Emerald ranks 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale, but most emeralds have natural inclusions, so handle them gently and avoid hard knocks.

Can I wear a leather cord necklace in the water?

We recommend taking it off. Water can weaken leather over time.

How are emerald and aquamarine related?

Both are varieties of the mineral beryl. Learn more in our guide to beryl stones.

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