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How much do you know about emeralds? You might be able to rattle off some basic information, such as the fact that these precious gems are May’s birthstone and that emerald rings have adorned the fingers of the rich and famous since well before Cleopatra’s time. You might even be aware that the highest quality emeralds in the world come from Colombia, including such historical beauties as the Duke of Devonshire Emerald and the Mogul Mughal Emerald.

Mother’s Day falls on May 13 this year, which means there’s not much time left to shop for, order, and take delivery of a nice gift for Mom. But even if you haven’t thought about what to buy for the woman that has done so much for you, there’s no need to panic just yet. We’ve put together the following gift guide (also found at: http://www.amoro.com/MothersDay) to help you navigate our selection of fine diamond, gold, precious gem, and cultured pearl jewelry so you can find the right piece at the right price.

When you were a child, Mom was always there to give you important, time-tested advice. Eat your vegetables. Save your money for a rainy day. Study hard and get a college education. You listened, and have grown up to be a healthy, wealthy, and wise adult. So what better way to repay Mom for those essential pearls of wisdom than by buying her some cultured pearl jewelry for Mother’s Day?

Diamonds, the official birthstone of April, have been coveted for their beauty and brilliance since ancient times. Once reserved only for royalty and the noble classes, new mining, cutting, and exporting procedures developed in the 13th century allowed people of all social ranks to begin purchasing this precious gem. A few hundred years later, the tradition of using diamond solitaire rings as a symbol of engagement, which was begun by Archduke Maximilian of Austria, further cemented the gemstone’s importance in cultures all over the globe.