The July Birthstone is the Ruby, which symbolizes contentment. The ruby was regarded by ancient Hindus as the King Of Gems. It was believed to protect its wearer from evil. Today the ruby having deep red color signifies love and passion. Ruby is called the traditional birthstone of July. It is considered the secondary birthstone for July.
July Zodiac Signs
Month of July Zodiac Signs are Cancer(until July 22) and Leo(July 23 onwards).
Cancer (June 21 - July 22) Tradition tends to be very important int the lives of Cancers. Visit a cancer at home and you will find a fish in the water. Having a caring nature that extends towards other people, coupled with amazing patience usually is related to a Cancers work life choices. Cancers are compatible with: Taurus, Leo, Virgo, Scorpio, Capricorn and Pisces.
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.
July Birth Flowers
Month of July flower is Larkspur. With its simple form, feelings of open heart and ardent attachment are attributed to it. The other July birth flower is the water lily, which signifies purity and majesty.
Levity and Lightness. Its natural beauty comes in gentle hues with refreshing fragrance. There are different meanings for each colour. Pink denotes contrariness, White expresses a happy nature, and a first love is usually symbolized by Purple. July Birth Flower Larkspur represents strong bonds of love.
Historical Events for July, 1922
1st » The Great Railroad Strike of 1922 begins in the United States.
15th » Japanese Communist Party is established in Japan.
20th » The League of Nations awards mandates of Togoland to France and Tanganyika to the United Kingdom.
24th » The draft of the Mandatory Palestine called British Mandate of Palestine was formally confirmed by the League of Nations Council or Council of the League of Nations; it came into effect on 26 September 1923.
Famous Birthdays on July in 1922
1st » Toshi Seeger, German-American activist, co-founded the Clearwater Festival (d. 2013)
2nd » Pierre Cardin, Italian-French fashion designer
3rd » Guillaume Cornelis van Beverloo, Belgian painter and sculptor (d. 2010)
5th » Bob Duffy (basketball, born 1922) e.g Bob Duffy, American basketball player
6th » William Schallert, American actor and singer
7th » Alan Armer, American director, producer, and screenwriter (d. 2010)
10th » Jean Kerr, American author and playwright (d. 2003)