Looking for a birthday present for your favorite May birthday gal?  Or maybe just a special present to yourself?  Emeralds are not an out of reach purchase if you’re willing to make a few trade offs.
First of all, real emeralds are precious gems, and can be costly.  If you’re in the market for this time of gem purchase, find a reputable jewelry by asking around for referrals, and save up for the best gem that you can.
But if you’re looking for a fun purchase, more costume jewelry than precious gems, Overstock.com offers some great created-emeralds where you can find something …read more

The gemstone aquamarine in the birthstone for March.  It is part of the beryl family, along with emeralds, and is seen in colors from very pale blue, to blue-green, to a deeper blue.  The deeper colored stones are generally considered more valuable.
If you’re looking for a lovely gift for your favorite March birthday girl, here are three aquamarine options that would be a great addition to a jewelry wardrobe:

Around the neck:  Two and a half carats of aquamarine, along with some diamonds, in a one inch drop pendant.  This would look lovely hanging around the neck, and the pendants would …read more