May 11, 2017
May's Birthstone: Emerald As the birthstone for May, the emerald, a symbol of rebirth, is believed to grant the owner foresight, good fortune, and youth. Emerald, derived from the word “smaragdus,” means, quite literally, “green” in Greek.Like aquamarine, emerald is a variety of beryl, a mineral that grows with six sides and up to a foot in length. Emerald color can range from light green to a deep, rich green. The way the color is presents itself in jewelry depends on a good cut by a skilled gemologist. The deeper or more green an emerald, the more valuable it is. The rarest emeralds will appear to be an intense green-blue.Like other gemstones, the emerald was believed to have many mystical powers that...
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Hey there, this is Diamond Doug owner of UniQ Jewelry Gallery in Portage - serving Portage, Kalamazoo, Three Rivers and beyond! We are more than a typical jewelry store. We are a gallery specializing in one of a kind designer jewelry, custom designed jewelry for you and you alone, unique engagement rings and wedding sets, distinctive gifts, art from local artists, and great watches from FUN to FINE. Our services include top quality repairs, accurate appraisals, personalized design, and a friendly, knowledgeable staff that will bring you back again & again. Stop in today in Portage off of W. Centre Avenue in the Woodbridge Shopping Village, 10 minutes south of Kalamazoo on US 131. 
