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, 1975
10th » Sony introduces the Betamax videocassette recorder in Japan.
12th » Mayagüez incident: The Cambodian navy seizes the American merchant ship SS named Mayaguez in international waters.
16th » India annexes Sikkim after the mountain state holds a referendum in which the popular vote is in favor of merging with India.
16th » Junko Tabei becomes the first woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest.
27th » Dibbles Bridge Coach Crash near Grassington, in North Yorkshire, England, kills 33 – the highest ever death toll in a road accident in the United Kingdom.
28th » Fifteen West African countries sign the Treaty of Lagos, creating the Economic Community of West African States.
Famous Birthdays on May in 1975
1st » Austin Croshere, American basketball player and sportscaster
1st » Marc-Vivien Foé, Cameroonian footballer (d. 2003)
1st » Nina Hossain, English journalist
1st » Alexey Smertin, Russian footballer
2nd » David Beckham, English footballer, coach, and model
2nd » Eva Santolaria, Spanish actress
3rd » Willie Geist, American journalist and author