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, 1901
1st » The Pan-American Exposition opens in Buffalo, New York.
3rd » The Great Fire of 1901 begins in Jacksonville, Florida.
8th » The Australian Labor Party known as Australian Labour Party is established.
9th » Australia opens its first Australian Parliament e.g parliament in Melbourne.
24th » Seventy-eight miners die in the Caerphilly pit disaster in South Wales.
Famous Birthdays on May in 1901
1st » Sterling Allen Brown, American poet, academic, and critic (d. 1989)
1st » Heinz Eric Roemheld, American composer (d. 1985)
1st » Antal Szerb, Hungarian scholar and author (d. 1945)
18th » Vincent du Vigneaud, American chemist, Nobel Prize in Chemistry called Nobel Prize laureate (d. 1978)
20th » Max Euwe, Dutch chess player, mathematician, and author (d. 1981)
21st » Manfred Aschner, German-Israeli microbiologist and entomologist (d. 1989)
21st » Horace Heidt, American pianist, bandleader, and radio host (d. 1986)
21st » Sam Jaffe (producer) named Sam Jaffe, American film producer and agent (d. 2000)
21st » Suzanne Lilar, Belgian author and playwright (d. 1992)
22nd » Maurice J. Tobin, American politician, 6th United States Secretary of Labor (d. 1953)
24th » José Nasazzi, Uruguayan footballer and manager (d. 1968)
30th » Alfred Karindi, Estonian pianist and composer (d. 1969)
30th » Cornelia Otis Skinner, American actress and author (d. 1979)
31st » Alfredo Antonini, Italian-American conductor and composer (d. 1983)
Famous Deaths for May 1901
4th » John Jones Ross, Canadian politician, 7th Premier of Quebec (b. 1831)
19th » Marthinus Wessel Pretorius, South African politician, 1st List of Presidents of the South African Republic e.g President of the South African Republic (b. 1819)
21st » Joseph Olivier (rugby union) or Joseph Olivier, French rugby player (b. 1874)
22nd » Gaetano Bresci, Italian-American anarchist, assassin of Umberto I of Italy (b. 1869)
24th » Louis-Zéphirin Moreau, Canadian bishop (b. 1824)