The September Birthstone is the Sapphire. The Sapphire was once thought to guard against evil and poisoning. It was believed that a venomous snake would die if placed in a vessel made of sapphire. Traditionally a favorite stone of priests and kings, the sapphire symbolizes purity and wisdom. Sapphire is called the traditional birthstone of September. Lapis Lazuli is considered the secondary birthstone for September.
September Zodiac Signs
Month of September Zodiac Signs are Virgo(until September 21) and Libra(from September 22 onwards).
Virgo (August 22 - September 22) People born into the star sign Virgo are perfectionists. Having a goog memorie and great social instincts are big qualities of Virgo. Organization and planning comes very easy to Virgos. This is also the reason why working in teams as a project manager or even a normal team member feels like a great time to them. Virgo are compatible with: other Virgos as well as Scorpio, Capricorn, Taurus and Cancer.
Libra (September 23 - October 22) Libra tend to dislice big social gatherings and too much attention. Most of them tend to be introverts. Having a shy nature being too shy or quiet can sometimes work against their benefit. People born under this star sign tend to have great belief in justice. THis might also be why they are very trustworthy individuals. Libra are compatible with: another Libra as well as Sagittarius, Leo, Taurus, Aquarius and Gemini.
September Birth Flowers
Aster or September flower is the flower for this month. It is found in a number of colours: pink, red, white, lilac and mauve. The name of the birth flower which looks like a star is derived from the Greek word for star. The flower symbolises love, faith, wisdom and colour. The other September flower is the morning glory. Morning glories are simple symbols of affection.
Patience, Daintiness and Remembrance. This September Birth Flower Aster conveys deep emotional love and affection.
Historical Events for September, 1907
26th » New Zealand and Dominion of Newfoundland named Newfoundland each become dominions within the British Empire.
29th » The cornerstone is laid at Washington National Cathedral in the U.S. capital.
30th » McKinley National Memorial, the final resting place of assassinated U.S. President William McKinley and his family, is dedicated in Canton, Ohio.
Famous Birthdays on September in 1907
1st » Walter Reuther, American union leader, founded United Auto Workers (d. 1970)
1st » Miriam Seegar, American actress (d. 2011)
3rd » Loren Eiseley, American anthropologist, philosopher, and author (d. 1977)
4th » Reggie Nalder, Austrian-American actor (d. 1991)
5th » Sunnyland Slim, American singer-songwriter and pianist (d. 1995)
5th » Layne Britton, American makeup artist and actor (d. 1993)
8th » William Wentworth (Australian politician) or William Wentworth, Australian economist and politician, 11th Minister for Human Services (Australia) e.g Australian Minister for Human Services (d. 2003)
9th » Leon Edel, American author and critic (d. 1997)