Finding a gift for a mother can be very difficult. If you are having problems, a birthstone necklace is a great choice because if it jewelry and tells you mother you thought about her.

If you are looking for a special gift for your mother – whether it's for Mother's Day, Christmas or a birthday, jewelry is always a big hit. Moms love to feel pampered and special on their big days, and jewelry is a great way to show that you really care about her. Some occasions are more special than others, such as an important milestone birthday, or the birth of a new child. In these instances, birthstone necklace may be in order.

There are several different types of mother's jewelry available to choose from, including rings and bracelets as well as necklaces. These pieces can be as simple as a row of birthstones, or they can be seen in a more elaborate display of children's names, ages and representative gemstones. A mothers birthstone necklace can be as ornate or as simple as the taste of the individual mother, and since the jewelry is made as a custom order, individual styles can often be accommodated.

The first thing to do when searching for a birthstone necklace is to be aware of all the birth months of the children involved. For most people that won't be a problem, as the months will either belong to your children or your siblings. In some cases, there is more than one gemstone associated with a birth month – but jewelers will often only offer one choice. The birthstone for April, which is the diamond, is almost always substituted with a cubic zirconia or other simulated diamond – a real diamond would make the jewelry too costly.

There are some unique twists on the mothers birthstone necklace available – such as tiny shoes adorned with the child's birthstones – in male and female styles. Other types of necklaces include those with names (these are often more expensive because of the engraving involved) or those that use a clever device to portray the birthstones – such as a family tree. Mother's jewelry can be found in several different metals, with the most popular being sterling silver and 14kt gold. They can also be found in less expensive silver and gold plate styles.

If you want to purchase a birthstone necklace for your mom's (or wife's) next important holiday, remember that these necklaces take time to create. You will usually have to give the jeweler or jewelry company at least four weeks to complete your piece. This may take some advance planning, but the results will definitely be worth it.