The December Birthstones are the Turquoise, Zircon and Tanzanite. Turquoise is regarded as a love charm. It is also a symbol of good fortune and success, and it is believed to relax the mind and to protect its wearer from harm. Turquoise rings, in particular, are thought to keep away evil spirits. Turquoise is called the traditional birthstone of December. Blue topaz is considered the secondary birthstone for December.
December Zodiac Signs
Month of December Zodiac Signs are Sagittarius(until December 21) and Capricorn(December 22 onwards).
Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) Theoretical thinkin is like honey to those people. Born as Sagittarius you will have a tendency to philosophize. Honesty and a strong sense of justice are some of the positive qualities of Sagittarius. Focus and energy are things they give to work and family life. Sagittarius are compatible with: Aquarius, Libra, Aries and Leo.
Capricorn (December 22 - January 20) When you were born as a Capricorn then you are considered to be quite intelligent. Capricorns are known to be very patient and will go to great lengths as to achieve perspnal goals. This is why Capricorns are usually well suited to handling business problems. Capricorns are compatible with: Scorpio, Pisces, Virgo, Aries, Cancer and Taurus.
December Birth Flowers
Month of December flower is the Narcissus. These flowers symbolize sweetness. The embodiment of the idea that you want your beloved one to stay just the way they are. The other December birth flower is Holly, which symbolizes your wish for domestic happiness.
Good Cheer and Success. The December Birth Flower Narcissus senda a clear message of: You Are The Special One to the reciever.
Historical Events for December, 1640
1st » End of the Iberian Union: Portugal acclaims as King João IV of Portugal, ending 60 years of personal union of the Crown of Portugal known as crowns of Portugal and Crown of Spain or Spain and the end of the rule of the Philippine Dynasty.
Famous Birthdays on December in 1640
6th » Claude Fleury, French historian and author (d. 1723)
13th » Robert Plot, English chemist and academic (d. 1696)
14th » Aphra Behn, English playwright and author (d. 1689)
Famous Deaths for December 1640
1st » Miguel de Vasconcelos, Portuguese politician, List of Prime Ministers of Portugal known as Prime Minister of Portugal (b. 1590)
30th » John Francis Regis, French priest and saint (b. 1597)