The May Birthstone is the Emerald which is emblematic of love and success. The emerald used to be one of Cleopatra's favorite gems. Emerald is called the traditional birthstone of May. It has long been associated with fertility, rebirth, and love. Ancient Romans went so far as to dedicate this stone to Venus, the goddess of love and beauty. Today, it is thought that emeralds signify wisdom, growth, and patience. Chrysoprase is considered the secondary birthstone for the month of May.
May Zodiac Signs
Month of May Zodiac Signs are Taurus(until May 20) and Gemini(May 21 onwards).
Taurus (April 20 - May 19) The Taurus has great strength in physical and mental capacities. Maybe this is why stubbornness or being a stuborn bull is often associated with this star sign. Work wise being able to teac to others is one of their strengths, at least on some level due to the fact that they are sympathetic and loving. Taurus is compatible with: Libra, Taurus, Cancer, Capricorn, Virgo and Pisces.
Gemini (May 20 - June 20) Geminis tend to be very unpredictable. Be always ready for a surprise from them. Being creative and open can result in Geminis changing their behaviour rather frequently. People born under this star sign are very adaptable to new situations or life changes. Add to this the positive nature towards life that Gemini possess. Gemini are compatible with: other Gemini, Leo, Libra and Aquarius.
May Birth Flowers
Month of May is associated with the Lily of the valley flower. It is generally white in colour. The birth flower Lily conveys sweetness and humility. In the Victorian era, it was gifted to convey the romantic message: you have made my life complete. The other May flower is the hawthorn plant, which represents hope and supreme happiness. Hawthorne signifies that you want only the best for the recipient.
Humility, Chastity and Sweetness. Sweetly scented and rare May Birth Flower Lily also signifies a return to happiness.
Historical Events for May, 1814
4th » Emperor Napoleon I of France arrives at Portoferraio on the island of Elba to begin his exile.
4th » King Ferdinand VII of Spain signs the Decrete of the 4th of May, returning Spain to Absolute monarchy known as absolutism.
17th » Military occupation named Occupation of Monaco changes from French to Austrian.
17th » The Constitution of Norway is signed and Crown Prince Christian VIII of Denmark e.g Christian Frederick of Denmark is elected King of Norway by the Norwegian Constituent Assembly.
30th » Napoleonic Wars: War of the Sixth Coalition the Treaty of Paris (1814) is signed returning French borders to their 1792 extent. Napoleon I is exiled to Elba.
Famous Birthdays on May in 1814
3rd » Adams George Archibald, Canadian lawyer and politician, 4th Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia (d. 1892)
12th » Adolf von Henselt, German pianist and composer (d. 1889)
14th » Charles Beyer, German-English engineer, co-founded the Beyer, Peacock and Company (d. 1876)
22nd » Amalia Lindegren, Swedish painter (d. 1891)
30th » Mikhail Bakunin, Russian philosopher and theorist (d. 1876)
30th » Eugène Charles Catalan, Belgian-French mathematician and academic (d. 1894)
Famous Deaths for May 1814
29th » Joséphine de Beauharnais, French wife of Napoleon (b. 1763)