The August Birthstones are the Peridot and Sardonyx. The peridot symbolizes strength. It is sometimes called the evening emerald for its light green color. It was once believed that the green peridot crystals found in volcanic ashes were the tears of the volcano goddess Pele. When set in gold, this gem was said to protect the wearer from nightmares. Peridot is called the traditional birthstone of August. Sardonyx is considered the secondary birthstone of August.
August Zodiac Signs
Month of August Zodiac Signs are Leo(until August 22) and Virgo(from August 23 onwards).
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.
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.
August Birth Flowers
Month of August flower is the Gladiolus or Sword Lily. It blooms in a variety of colours like red, pink, white, yellow and orange. This birth flower stands for sincerity and symbolises strength of character. With Gladiolus, the recipient's heart is being pierced with love. The other August flower is the poppy. A red poppy signifies pleasure, a white poppy is given for consolation, and a yellow poppy wishes wealth and success.
Strength, Moral Integrity, Remembrance and Infatuation. This long lasting August Birth Flower Gladiolus comes in a variety of colours.
Historical Events for August, 1947
2nd » A British South American Airways Avro Lancastrian airliner BSAA Star Dust accident known as crashes into a mountain during a flight from Buenos Aires, Argentina to Santiago, Chile. The wreckage would not be found for over 50 years.
7th » The Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai e.g Bombay Municipal Corporation formally takes over the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport named Bombay Electric Supply and Transport (BEST).
14th » Pakistan gains Pakistan Movement known as Independence from the British Empire and joins the Commonwealth of Nations.
15th » India gains Indian independence movement Independence from the British Empire British British Raj Indian Empire after near 190 years of Crown rule and joins the Commonwealth of Nations.
15th » Founder of Pakistan, Muhammad Ali Jinnah is sworn in as first Governor-General of Pakistan in Karachi.
17th » The Radcliffe Line, the border between Dominion of India and Dominion of Pakistan is revealed.
Famous Birthdays on August in 1947
1st » Chris Barnard (footballer) named Chris Barnard, Welsh footballer
14th » Bruce Nash, American director, producer, and screenwriter
14th » Maddy Prior, English singer and dancer (Steeleye Span, Silly Sisters (band) named Silly Sisters, and The Carnival Band (folk group) known as The Carnival Band)