The January Birthstone is the Garnet Garnets have been used since the Bronze Age as gemstones and abrasives. The word garnet comes from 14th century Middle English word gernet meaning dark red. Garnet is said to be symbolic of desire and represents constancy.
Garnet is called the traditional birthstone of January. Emerald is listed as the mystical birthstone. Rose quartz is considered the secondary birthstone of January.
January Zodiac Signs
Month of January Zodiac Signs are Capricorn(until January 19) and Aquarius(January 20 onwards).
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.
Aquarius (January 21 - February 19) People born under this sign can sometimes leave an impression of being simple minded. However this is actually one of their positive qualities. This quality can result in being honest, loyal and dependable. Some other great attributes of the Aquarius are smarts and a drive towards independence. Aquarius are compatible with: Aries, Gemini, Libra, Pisces, Sagittarius and other Aquarius.
January Birth Flowers
Although January is a cold and gloomy season seems like an unlikely time for flowers to bloom, but nature has designed birth flowers which love the extreme weather. The flower associated with the month of January is Carnation and is said to symbolise love, fascination and distinction. Carnation, which is also commonly called Gillyflower, is found in a number of colors from pink to purple-red.
Love, Pride, Beauty, Purity, Distinction, Fascination, and Loyal. January Birth Flower Carnation comes in every shade on the colour wheel. They are one of the most delicate and beautiful blooms that are long lasting. Each colour of Carnations can symbolize a sentiment or emotion. Pink Carnation means affection, while a Red Carnation means Love and Affection. White carnations mean good luck whereas Yellow Carnation denotes disappointment or exclusion.
Historical Events for January, 1936
15th » The first building to be completely covered in glass, built for the Owens-Illinois e.g Owens-Illinois Glass Company, is completed in Toledo, Ohio.
20th » Edward VIII of the United Kingdom called Edward VIII becomes Monarchy of the United Kingdom known as King of the United Kingdom.
29th » The List of members of the Baseball Hall of Fame (chronological) known as first inductees into the Baseball Hall of Fame are announced.
15th » Obo Addy, Ghanaian drummer and dancer (d. 2012)
16th » Michael White (producer) e.g Michael White, Scottish film producer
17th » John Boyd (diplomat) known as John Boyd, English academic and diplomat
19th » Ziaur Rahman, Bangladeshi politician, 7th President of Bangladesh (d. 1981)
19th » Willie "Big Eyes" Smith, American singer, harmonica player, and drummer (d. 2011)
20th » Frances Shand Kydd, Mother of Diana, Princess of Wales and maternal Grandmother of Princes Prince William, Duke of Cambridge or William and Prince Henry of Wales or Henry
21st » Koji Hashimoto (director) or Koji Hashimoto, Japanese director (d. 2005)
22nd » Ong Teng Cheong, Singaporean politician, 5th President of Singapore (d. 2002)
22nd » Alan J. Heeger, American chemist, Nobel Prize in Chemistry named Nobel Prize laureate
22nd » Nyree Dawn Porter, New Zealand-born actress (d. 2001)
22nd » Peter Steen, Danish actor (d. 2013)
23rd » Riccardo Garrone (entrepreneur) named Riccardo Garrone, Italian businessman (d. 2013)
23rd » Brian Howe (politician) e.g Brian Howe, Australian politician, Deputy Prime Minister of Australia
23rd » Jerry Kramer, American football player and sportscaster