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, 1895
7th » In Saint Petersburg, Russian scientist Alexander Stepanovich Popov demonstrates to the Russian Physical and Chemical Society his invention, the Popov lightning detector — a primitive radio receiver. In some parts of the former Soviet Union the anniv
24th » Henry Irving becomes the first person from the theatre to be knighted.
25th » The playwright, poet, and novelist Oscar Wilde is convicted of "committing acts of Labouchere Amendment or gross indecency with Homosexuality called other male persons" and sentenced to serve two years in prison.
25th » The Republic of Formosa is formed, with Tang Ching-sung as its List of rulers of Taiwan Republic of Formosa .281895.29 named president.
Famous Birthdays on May in 1895
2nd » Lorenz Hart, American playwright and composer (d. 1943)
3rd » Cornelius Van Til, Dutch philosopher, theologian, and apologist (d. 1987)
6th » Júlio César de Mello e Souza, Brazilian mathematician and author (d. 1974)
6th » Fidél Pálffy, Hungarian politician (d. 1946)
6th » Rudolph Valentino, Italian-American actor (d. 1926)
8th » James H. Kindelberger, American businessman (d. 1962)
8th » Fulton J. Sheen, American archbishop (d. 1979)
8th » Edmund Wilson, American author and critic (d. 1972)
9th » Richard Barthelmess, American actor, singer, and producer (d. 1963)
9th » Lucian Blaga, Romanian poet, playwright, and philosopher (d. 1961)
9th » Frank Foss (athlete) or Frank Foss, American pole vaulter (d. 1989)
10th » Kama Chinen, Japanese super-centenarian (d. 2010)
11th » William Grant Still, American composer and conductor (d. 1978)
12th » William Giauque, Canadian-American chemist, Nobel Prize in Chemistry or Nobel Prize laureate (d. 1982)
12th » Jiddu Krishnamurti, Indian-American philosopher and author (d. 1986)
13th » Nandor Fodor, Hungarian-American psychologist, parapsychologist, and author (d. 1964)
15th » Prescott Bush, American captain, banker, and politician (d. 1972)
15th » William D. Byron, American politician (d. 1941)
15th » Astrid Zachrison, Swedish super-centenarian (d. 2008)
17th » Saul Adler Belarusian-English captain and parasitologist (d. 1966)
17th » Reinhold Saulmann, Estonian sprinter and bandy player (d. 1936)
17th » Mary Josephine Ray, Canadian-American super-centenarian (d. 2010)
18th » Augusto César Sandino, Nicaraguan rebel leader (d. 1934)
20th » R. J. Mitchell, English engineer, designed the Supermarine Spitfire and Supermarine S.6B (d. 1937)
23rd » Billy Smith (footballer born 1895) known as Billy Smith, English footballer and manager (d. 1956)
24th » Samuel Irving Newhouse, Sr., American publisher, founded Advance Publications (d. 1979)
26th » Dorothea Lange, American photographer and journalist (d. 1965)
26th » Paul Lukas, Hungarian-American actor (d. 1971)
27th » Douglas Lloyd Campbell, Canadian politician, 13th Premier of Manitoba (d. 1995)