About emerald, the May birthstone
Emerald is the birthstone for May on the UK birthstone list, with chrysoprase as the traditional alternative. It's one of the best-known green gemstones and belongs to the same family as aquamarine. With Ireland known as the Emerald Isle, it's a stone with a special place in Irish jewellery.
What does emerald mean?
Emerald's green has stood for spring, growth and renewal for centuries, and it's also linked with love and loyalty. That makes it a natural match for the Claddagh, a symbol of love, loyalty and friendship.
Choosing May birthstone jewellery
Choose from emerald-green Claddagh and Celtic pieces from our own Argento range, Pandora eternity rings and charms, Karma bangles and Nomination charms. Browse our Claddagh jewellery for more Irish designs, or make it personal with our engravable birthstone jewellery.
Caring for your May jewellery
Take your jewellery off before swimming, bathing or applying perfume and lotion. Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth after wearing and store each piece separately so stones and silver stay scratch-free.