Whose birthstone is Emerald and what month does it represent?

Emerald is the birthstone for May. It has been associated with the month for centuries and is often given to mark May birthdays as well as twentieth and thirty-fifth wedding anniversaries. May has no widely recognized secondary birthstone, so emerald stands alone as its traditional gem.

How do I care for emerald jewelry?

This emerald pendant needs gentle handling, since most emeralds are fracture-filled with oil or resin to improve clarity. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners, steam, and harsh chemicals, as these can strip the filling and dull the stone. Wipe it with a soft, slightly damp cloth and store it away from harder gems.

How does this pendant sit at 18" inches?

This 18-inch necklace settles just below the collarbone for most wearers, with the emerald resting near the hollow of the throat. The length works well over crew necks, open collars, and lower necklines, keeping the solitaire visible and centered rather than tucked under a high neckline.

What clasp does this necklace use?

This necklace secures with a standard spring ring clasp, a small round mechanism you open with a lever and close by releasing it over the end ring. It holds firmly for everyday wear and is easy to fasten one-handed once you get the motion.

Can I layer this pendant with other necklaces?

This 18-inch pendant layers well with shorter chains around 16 inches or longer ones at 20 inches and beyond, so the solitaire has room to sit on its own line. Pairing it with plain yellow gold chains keeps the emerald as the focal point without visual competition.

Is this necklace suitable for men and women?

This solitaire emerald pendant suits anyone drawn to a clean, single-stone design. The 6x4 mm emerald and slim 18-inch chain read as understated rather than gendered, so it works for men and women alike, either worn alone or layered with other pieces.

What is the shipping and return policy?

Oath Jewelry ships every order free with tracking included. Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery; customers are responsible for return shipping, and a 15% restocking fee applies. Orders are packaged securely and arrive ready to gift.

10K yellow gold necklace with 1 emerald cut green emerald stone

10K Yellow Gold Emerald Cut 6x4 MM Green Emerald Solitaire Pendant Necklace - 18 inch

Name: 10K Yellow Gold Emerald Cut 6x4 MM Green Emerald Solitaire Pendant Necklace - 18 inch
Brand: Oath Jewelry
SKU: 023243NASH
Price: 2629.25 USD
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A single emerald-cut green emerald, measuring 6x4 mm, sits at the base of an 18-inch chain in 10K yellow gold. At this length the pendant rests just below the collarbone, near the hollow of the throat, where it draws a clean vertical line down the neckline. The step-cut facets show off the stone's open, rectangular table and deep green color. Every order ships free with a 30-day return policy.

Product Details & Specs

Metal: Yellow Gold
Karat: 10K
Gemstone: Emerald
Stone Shape: Emerald Cut
Setting: Solitaire
Length: 18"

The Meaning

Emerald has long stood for renewal and steady growth, its green tied to spring and new beginnings across many cultures. As the birthstone of May, it marks a season of return and abundance. The emerald cut itself, with its long clean lines, was developed to protect this softer stone while letting light travel through in measured steps.

Worn close to the throat, a solitaire emerald often marks a May birthday, a twentieth or thirty-fifth anniversary, or a quiet promise kept. It becomes a way to carry a season of growth against the skin, a small green marker for the moments worth remembering.

Frequently Asked Questions

Whose birthstone is Emerald and what month does it represent?: Emerald is the birthstone for May. It has been associated with the month for centuries and is often given to mark May birthdays as well as twentieth and thirty-fifth wedding anniversaries. May has no widely recognized secondary birthstone, so emerald stands alone as its traditional gem.
How do I care for emerald jewelry?: This emerald pendant needs gentle handling, since most emeralds are fracture-filled with oil or resin to improve clarity. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners, steam, and harsh chemicals, as these can strip the filling and dull the stone. Wipe it with a soft, slightly damp cloth and store it away from harder gems.
How does this pendant sit at 18" inches?: This 18-inch necklace settles just below the collarbone for most wearers, with the emerald resting near the hollow of the throat. The length works well over crew necks, open collars, and lower necklines, keeping the solitaire visible and centered rather than tucked under a high neckline.
What clasp does this necklace use?: This necklace secures with a standard spring ring clasp, a small round mechanism you open with a lever and close by releasing it over the end ring. It holds firmly for everyday wear and is easy to fasten one-handed once you get the motion.
Can I layer this pendant with other necklaces?: This 18-inch pendant layers well with shorter chains around 16 inches or longer ones at 20 inches and beyond, so the solitaire has room to sit on its own line. Pairing it with plain yellow gold chains keeps the emerald as the focal point without visual competition.
Is this necklace suitable for men and women?: This solitaire emerald pendant suits anyone drawn to a clean, single-stone design. The 6x4 mm emerald and slim 18-inch chain read as understated rather than gendered, so it works for men and women alike, either worn alone or layered with other pieces.
What is the shipping and return policy?: Oath Jewelry ships every order free with tracking included. Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery; customers are responsible for return shipping, and a 15% restocking fee applies. Orders are packaged securely and arrive ready to gift.