The July Birthstone is the Ruby, which symbolizes contentment. The ruby was regarded by ancient Hindus as the King Of Gems. It was believed to protect its wearer from evil. Today the ruby having deep red color signifies love and passion. Ruby is called the traditional birthstone of July. It is considered the secondary birthstone for July.
July Zodiac Signs
Month of July Zodiac Signs are Cancer(until July 22) and Leo(July 23 onwards).
Cancer (June 21 - July 22) Tradition tends to be very important int the lives of Cancers. Visit a cancer at home and you will find a fish in the water. Having a caring nature that extends towards other people, coupled with amazing patience usually is related to a Cancers work life choices. Cancers are compatible with: Taurus, Leo, Virgo, Scorpio, Capricorn and Pisces.
Leo (July 23 - August 21) Like the ruler of the jungle Leos are natural born leaders. Main qualities that make a great leader are being brave and headstrong. However Leos also can be loving and generous. To combine these qualities and finding balance is of great importance to Leos. Leos are compatible with: other Leo as well as Libra, Sagittarius, Cancer, and Gemini.
July Birth Flowers
Month of July flower is Larkspur. With its simple form, feelings of open heart and ardent attachment are attributed to it. The other July birth flower is the water lily, which signifies purity and majesty.
Levity and Lightness. Its natural beauty comes in gentle hues with refreshing fragrance. There are different meanings for each colour. Pink denotes contrariness, White expresses a happy nature, and a first love is usually symbolized by Purple. July Birth Flower Larkspur represents strong bonds of love.
Historical Events for July, 1939
4th » Lou Gehrig, recently diagnosed with Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, informs a crowd at Yankee Stadium (1923) or Yankee Stadium that he considered himself "The luckiest man on the face of the earth", then announces his retirement from major league baseball.
6th » The Holocaust named Holocaust: the last remaining Jewish enterprises in Germany are closed.
Famous Birthdays on July in 1939
1st » Karen Black, American actress, singer, and screenwriter (d. 2013)
1st » Delaney Bramlett, American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer (Delaney & Bonnie) (d. 2008)
1st » Dudley Knight, American actor and educator (d. 2013)
2nd » Ferdinand Mount, English journalist and author
2nd » Alexandros Panagoulis, Greek poet and politician (d. 1976)
2nd » John H. Sununu, American engineer and politician, 14th White House Chief of Staff
2nd » Paul Williams (The Temptations) named Paul Williams, American singer and choreographer (The Temptations) (d. 1973)
3rd » Brigitte Fassbaender, German soprano and director
3rd » László Kovács (politician) called László Kovács, Hungarian politician and diplomat, Minister of Foreign Affairs (Hungary) named Minister of Foreign Affairs for Hungary