The October Birthstones are the Tourmaline and Opal. Opals symbolizes faithfulness and confidence. The word Opal comes from the Latin opalus, meaning: precious jewel. Necklaces with opals set in them were worn to repel evil and to protect eyesight. Opal is called the traditional birthstone of October. Pink Tourmaline is considered the secondary birthstone for October.
October Zodiac Signs
Month of October Zodiac Signs are Libra(until October 22) or Scorpio(October 23 onwards).
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.
Scorpio (October 23 - November 21) Scorpio by nature like to take action instead of thinking things through in great lengths. They tend to be ambitious, bold, courageous, and self confident. Scorpio have a clear vision for their desires in life. Going after those goals feel liberating to them. Cool headedness helps Scorpio to achieve their desires. Scorpio are compatible with: Capricorn, Pisces, Cancer and Virgo.
October Birth Flowers
Birth flower Marigold or Calendula is the flower associated with October. For the Hindus, the month of October is associated with festivals like Dusshera and Diwali and Marigold, an auspicious flower is part of religious ceremonies. However, in the English culture, marigold stands for sorrow and sympathy. The other October flower is cosmo, a symbol of order, peace, and serenity.
Warm, Fierce, undying love, or one way of saying that you are content with being with the recipient.October Birth Flower Marigold exemplify elegance and devotion.
Historical Events for October, 1888
9th » The Washington Monument officially opens to the general public.
14th » Louis Le Prince films first motion picture: 'Roundhay Garden Scene'.
15th » The From Hell letter known as "From Hell" letter sent by Jack the Ripper is received by investigators.
17th » Thomas Edison files a patent for the Optical Phonograph (the first movie).
21st » Foundation of the Social Democratic Party of Switzerland named Swiss Social Democratic Party.
29th » The Convention of Constantinople is signed, guaranteeing free maritime passage through the Suez Canal during war and peace.
30th » Rudd Concession granted by King Lobengula of Matabeleland to agents of Cecil Rhodes led by Charles Rudd.
Famous Birthdays on October in 1888
1st » Charles Jordan (magician) e.g Charles Jordan, American magician (d. 1944)
3rd » Wade Boteler, American actor and screenwriter (d. 1943)
4th » Lucy Tayiah Eads, Kaw tribal chief (d. 1961)
4th » Oscar Mathisen, Norwegian speed skater (d. 1954)
5th » Mary Fuller, American actress and screenwriter (d. 1973)
6th » Roland Garros (aviator) or Roland Garros, French pilot (d. 1918)
7th » Henry A. Wallace, American politician, 33rd Vice President of the United States (d. 1965)
8th » Ernst Kretschmer, German psychiatrist (d. 1964)
9th » Nikolai Bukharin, Russian politician (d. 1938)
9th » Irving Cummings, American actor, director, producer, and screenwriter (d. 1959)
14th » Katherine Mansfield, New Zealand-English author (d. 1923)
16th » Paul Popenoe, American founder of relationship counseling (d. 1979)
23rd » Onésime Gagnon, Canadian scholar and politician, 20th Lieutenant Governor of Quebec (d. 1961)
25th » Richard E. Byrd, American admiral (d. 1957)
25th » Nils von Dardel, Swedish painter (d. 1943)
30th » Louis Menges, American soccer player, soldier, and politician (d. 1969)
30th » Konstantinos Tsiklitiras, Greek jumper (d. 1913)