Customized May Birthstone Jewelry: Overview of Emerald

Emeralds require special care in terms of cleaning them – it is best that you warm water and mild soap for cleaning your emerald jewelry. As a word of caution, never put your emerald jewelry in ultrasonic cleaners as the heat and vibrations could cause the stone to crack. If it is regularly used, we recommend you get your emerald jewelry professionally checked and cleaned three to four times a year. the month of May was known as Maius, either because of the Roman goddess of growth or because of the Greek goddess of nursing mothers, both named Maia. You would be amazed to know that the Ancient Romans also celebrated Floralia, a festival honoring the goddess of flowers, Flora, in May.