May Zodiac Signs

May Birthstones Astrology

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.

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.

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.

14th » 'The Stars and Stripes Forever' is first performed in public near Willow Grove Park, Philadelphia.
19th » Oscar Wilde is released from Reading Gaol.
22nd » The Blackwall Tunnel under the River Thames is officially opened
26th » 'Dracula', a novel by the Irish author Bram Stoker, is published.

2nd » John Frederick Coots, American songwriter (d. 1985)
3rd » William Joseph Browne, Canadian lawyer and politician, 20th Solicitor General of Canada (d. 1989)
6th » Paul Alverdes, German author and poet (d. 1979)
10th » Einar Gerhardsen, Norwegian politician, 15th Prime Minister of Norway (d. 1987)
11th » Kurt Gerron, German actor and director (d. 1944)
11th » Robert E. Gross (businessman) e.g Robert E. Gross, American businessman (d. 1961)
14th » Sidney Bechet, American saxophonist, clarinet player, and composer (d. 1959)
14th » Ed Ricketts, American biologist and ecologist (d. 1948)
16th » Zvi Sliternik, Israeli entomologist (d. 1994)
17th » Odd Hassel, Norwegian chemist, Nobel Prize in Chemistry named Nobel Prize laureate (d. 1981)
18th » Frank Capra, Italian-American director, producer, and screenwriter (d. 1991)
19th » Frank Luke, American lieutenant and pilot, Medal of Honor recipient (d. 1918)
20th » Diego Abad de Santillán, Spanish economist and author (d. 1983)
20th » Malcolm Nokes, English hammer and discus thrower (d. 1986)
22nd » Jeanne de Casalis, Mosotho-English actress (d. 1966)
22nd » Marcelle Meyer, French pianist (d. 1958)
25th » Gene Tunney, American boxer (d. 1978)
27th » John Cockcroft, English physicist, Nobel Prize in Physics or Nobel Prize laureate (d. 1967)
27th » Dink Templeton, American rugby player, jumper, and coach (d. 1962)
29th » Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Czech-American composer (d. 1957)