• The birthstone for the month of May is the shining green emerald. A member of the beryl mineral group, it comes in a variety of green hues and is best known for its brilliance when included in jewelry designs. It is a hard and endurable stone, however, great care should be taken with it as it is easy to break when rife with inclusions. When it comes to purchasing birthstone gifts with emeralds, the options are varied, from jewelry to stuffed animals and more.
  
  

Birthstone Bear

• A unique take on a birthstone gift, the birthstone bear comes in the same color of your month's birthstone, which in this instance is green for May's emerald stone. There is a faux birthstone necklace around the bear's neck. The emerald birthstone and the name of the month "May" is embroidered on the bear's feet. The bear is about 7 inches high and comes in a sitting position.
  
  

Emerald Cuff

• A sterling silver cuff replete with emeralds at either end is a sophisticated jewelry gift that emphasize the green hue of the May birthstone. It is meant to sit at the end of the wrist in an arched design. The birthstone are cut into an oval shape and sit in a bezel setting towards the end of the cuff, which boasts a braided detailing. This is a simple piece of jewelry set off by the two emerald stone, making it perfect for a more demure personality.
  
  

Emerald and Diamond Earrings

• If you want to go with a more traditional birthstone gift, you can't err in getting a pair of emerald and diamond earrings. Coming in at one-third of a carat, these earrings are designed in a floral shape, offering a decidedly feminine touch. Set in white gold, the round emeralds sparkle boldly among the diamonds and white gold and sit at the center of each of the flowers that make up the dangle portion of the earrings.