The August Birthstones are the Peridot and Sardonyx. The peridot symbolizes strength. It is sometimes called the evening emerald for its light green color. It was once believed that the green peridot crystals found in volcanic ashes were the tears of the volcano goddess Pele. When set in gold, this gem was said to protect the wearer from nightmares. Peridot is called the traditional birthstone of August. Sardonyx is considered the secondary birthstone of August.
August Zodiac Signs
Month of August Zodiac Signs are Leo(until August 22) and Virgo(from August 23 onwards).
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.
Virgo (August 22 - September 22) People born into the star sign Virgo are perfectionists. Having a goog memorie and great social instincts are big qualities of Virgo. Organization and planning comes very easy to Virgos. This is also the reason why working in teams as a project manager or even a normal team member feels like a great time to them. Virgo are compatible with: other Virgos as well as Scorpio, Capricorn, Taurus and Cancer.
August Birth Flowers
Month of August flower is the Gladiolus or Sword Lily. It blooms in a variety of colours like red, pink, white, yellow and orange. This birth flower stands for sincerity and symbolises strength of character. With Gladiolus, the recipient's heart is being pierced with love. The other August flower is the poppy. A red poppy signifies pleasure, a white poppy is given for consolation, and a yellow poppy wishes wealth and success.
Strength, Moral Integrity, Remembrance and Infatuation. This long lasting August Birth Flower Gladiolus comes in a variety of colours.
Historical Events for August, 1952
11th » Hussein of Jordan known as Hussein bin Talal is proclaimed King of Jordan.
12th » The Night of the Murdered Poets: Thirteen prominent Jewish intellectuals are murdered in Moscow e.g Moscow, Russia, Soviet Union.
15th » Lynmouth Flood e.g A flash flood drenches the town of Lynmouth known as Lynmouth, England, United Kingdom, killing 34 people.
Famous Birthdays on August in 1952
1st » Zoran Đinđić, Serbian politician, 6th Prime Minister of Serbia (d. 2003)
1st » Yajurvindra Singh, Indian cricketer
3rd » Osvaldo Ardiles, Argentinian footballer and manager
4th » James Arbuthnot, English politician, Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills
4th » Moya Brennan, Irish singer-songwriter and harp player (Clannad and T with the Maggies)
4th » Gábor Demszky, Hungarian lawyer and politician
20th » Doug Fieger, American singer-songwriter and guitarist (The Knack and Sky (US band) named Sky) (d. 2010)
20th » John Hiatt, American singer-songwriter and guitarist
20th » Ric Menello, American director and screenwriter.
21st » Keith Hart (wrestler) or Keith Hart, Canadian wrestler
21st » Glenn Hughes, English singer-songwriter, bass player, and producer (Finders Keepers (band) or Finders Keepers, Trapeze (band) named Trapeze, Deep Purple, and Black Country Communion)
21st » Jiří Paroubek, Czech politician, 6th Prime Minister of the Czech Republic
21st » Bernadette Porter, English nun and academic
21st » Joe Strummer, English singer-songwriter, guitarist, and actor (The Clash, The Mescaleros, and The Pogues) (d. 2002)
22nd » Peter Laughner, American singer-songwriter and guitarist (Rocket from the Tombs and Pere Ubu) (d. 1977)
23rd » Santillana (footballer) named Santillana, Spanish footballer
23rd » Georgios Paraschos, Greek footballer and manager
24th » Marion Bloem, Dutch author, director, and painter
24th » Bob Corker, American politician
24th » John Cowan, American singer and bass player (New Grass Revival, The Sky Kings, and The Doobie Brothers)