The December Birthstones are the Turquoise, Zircon and Tanzanite. Turquoise is regarded as a love charm. It is also a symbol of good fortune and success, and it is believed to relax the mind and to protect its wearer from harm. Turquoise rings, in particular, are thought to keep away evil spirits. Turquoise is called the traditional birthstone of December. Blue topaz is considered the secondary birthstone for December.
December Zodiac Signs
Month of December Zodiac Signs are Sagittarius(until December 21) and Capricorn(December 22 onwards).
Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) Theoretical thinkin is like honey to those people. Born as Sagittarius you will have a tendency to philosophize. Honesty and a strong sense of justice are some of the positive qualities of Sagittarius. Focus and energy are things they give to work and family life. Sagittarius are compatible with: Aquarius, Libra, Aries and Leo.
Capricorn (December 22 - January 20) When you were born as a Capricorn then you are considered to be quite intelligent. Capricorns are known to be very patient and will go to great lengths as to achieve perspnal goals. This is why Capricorns are usually well suited to handling business problems. Capricorns are compatible with: Scorpio, Pisces, Virgo, Aries, Cancer and Taurus.
December Birth Flowers
Month of December flower is the Narcissus. These flowers symbolize sweetness. The embodiment of the idea that you want your beloved one to stay just the way they are. The other December birth flower is Holly, which symbolizes your wish for domestic happiness.
Good Cheer and Success. The December Birth Flower Narcissus senda a clear message of: You Are The Special One to the reciever.
Historical Events for December, 1899
2nd » Philippine–American War: The Battle of Tirad Pass, termed "The Filipino Thermopylae", is fought.
10th » Delta Sigma Phi fraternity is founded at the City College of New York.
Famous Birthdays on December in 1899
2nd » John Barbirolli, English cellist and conductor (d. 1970)
2nd » John Cobb (racing driver) named John Cobb, English race car driver (d. 1952)
2nd » Ray Morehart, American baseball player (d. 1989)
3rd » Hayato Ikeda, Japanese politician, 58th Prime Minister of Japan (d. 1965)
4th » Charlie Spencer, English footballer and manager (d. 1953)
8th » John Qualen, Canadian-American actor and singer (d. 1987)
9th » Jean de Brunhoff, French author and illustrator (d. 1937)
11th » Julio de Caro, Argentinian violinist, composer, and conductor (d. 1980)
15th » Harold Abrahams, English sprinter, lawyer, and journalist (d. 1978)
16th » Noël Coward, English actor, playwright, and composer (d. 1973)
18th » Peter Wessel Zapffe, Norwegian philosopher and author (d. 1990)
19th » Martin Luther King, Sr., American pastor, missionary, and activist (d. 1984)
22nd » Gustaf Gründgens, German actor and director (d. 1963)
25th » Humphrey Bogart, American actor and singer (d. 1957)
26th » Udham Singh, Indian martyr and activist (d. 1940)
28th » Eugeniusz Bodo, Swiss-Polish actor, singer, and screenwriter (d. 1943)
29th » Nie Rongzhen, Chinese general and politician, Mayor of Beijing (d. 1992)
30th » Helge Ingstad, Norwegian explorer, lawyer, and politician, 2nd Governor of Svalbard (d. 2001)
31st » Silvestre Revueltas, Mexican violinist, composer, and conductor (d. 1940)
Famous Deaths for December 1899
2nd » Gregorio del Pilar, Filipino general and politician, 1st Governor of Bulacan (b. 1875)
7th » Juan Luna, Filipino painter and sculptor (b. 1857)
19th » Henry Ware Lawton, American general (b. 1843)
22nd » Dwight L. Moody, American evangelist and publisher, founded Moody Publishers (b. 1837)