May's birthstone is the emerald. The gem ranges in hues of green, from a yellowish-green to green blue. This is fitting since its name derives from the ancient Greek word "smaragdos," meaning "green ...

Is there a month that's more "green" than May? Spring has sprung, flowers are blooming and the hillsides are covered in lush grass. Fittingly, the gorgeous green emerald is a perfect May birthstone to ...