Emerald, May’s Birthstone

If your birthday falls in the month of May then your birthstone is the glamorous green gemstone, the Emerald.

Emeralds are a variety of the mineral beryl and are the most beautiful intese and radiant color green.

Emeralds represent beauty and constant love.

In top quality, fine emeralds are even more valuable than diamonds and certainly have more character.

Emeralds are also the chosen gift for the 20th or 35th wedding anniversary. Upheld as a symbol of devotion, contentment and undying love, emeralds traditionally have been thought to protect and renew relationships.

Emeralds are popular with brides who want to express their individuality. Take a cue from Jackie Kennedy who received an emerald ring from John F. Kennedy.

Although emerald is nearly as hard as sapphire and ruby, this gemstone requires special care when wearing and cleaning. Avoid impacts and contact with harsh chemicals, and cleanse with warm water and a soft brush or soft damp cloth.

Visit us at Carreras to see our extensive and gorgeous emerald jewelry collection.

Gemstone EVENT April 20-21

You are invited to join us for a very special event on April 20 & 21!

Friday & Saturday April 20 & 21

TWO-DAY COLORED GEMSTONE EVENT

Gemstones

Mountings

Custom Creations

Transformations

“If you can dream it, we can design it,” Re-style a family piece—or start fresh with one of our dazzling gemstones. The Carreras Colored Gemstone Event is your opportunity to create a custom designed piece of jewelry that’s totally new, totally you.

From amethyst to zircon

For two days, Friday and Saturday, April 20 and 21, we will amaze you with a treasure-trove of hundreds of rare and unusual colored loose gemstones—plus it’s your special “meet-the-expert” opportunity to work directly with our Master Gem Cutter John D’artes.

Reap the benefits of John D’artes’ expertise. An AGTA Cutting Edge award-winner with decades of experience, John is renowned for his signature cutting style which releases and maximizes the beauty of every stone.

Exquisite peridot, sparkling citrines, tanzanite, tsavorite, turquoise, quartz, aquamarine, carnelian, and more . . . there are cases of sparkling gemstones in every size imaginable—up to 43 carats. Our team of experts is delighted to educate customers about exquisite award-winning stones, some so exotic you may never have known they existed.

Custom jewelry options

Been dreaming of a new stylish pendant, pair of earrings, bracelet or ring? Enhance your stone with a selection from the many stylish mountings brought in specifically for the event.

Value Pricing

Start fresh or renovate jewelry you have with re-polishing or new settings. There are many different price points, so everyone can indulge themselves or treat a loved one with a unique Mother’s Day, graduation and birthday gift. Even create the ultimate “Push Present” with your baby’s birthstone!

Friday & Saturday, April 20 & 21

10 a.m.- 5 p.m.

A CUT ABOVE Visit with Master Gem Cutter John D’artes and Carreras’ team of gemologists to create your one-of-a-kind piece.

Diamonds, Diamonds, Diamonds!

April is Diamond month ~ and if you think you know all there is to know about Diamonds then we challenge you to visit us and test your knowledge!

We are here to educate you about the beautiful rock that is known to be Girl’s Best Friend.

Known as April’s birthstone and the 10th and 60th Wedding anniversary gift, the Diamond has maintained its position throughout history as a perfect icon for love and marriage.