The September Birthstone is the Sapphire. The Sapphire was once thought to guard against evil and poisoning. It was believed that a venomous snake would die if placed in a vessel made of sapphire. Traditionally a favorite stone of priests and kings, the sapphire symbolizes purity and wisdom. Sapphire is called the traditional birthstone of September. Lapis Lazuli is considered the secondary birthstone for September.
September Zodiac Signs
Month of September Zodiac Signs are Virgo(until September 21) and Libra(from September 22 onwards).
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.
Libra (September 23 - October 22) Libra tend to dislice big social gatherings and too much attention. Most of them tend to be introverts. Having a shy nature being too shy or quiet can sometimes work against their benefit. People born under this star sign tend to have great belief in justice. THis might also be why they are very trustworthy individuals. Libra are compatible with: another Libra as well as Sagittarius, Leo, Taurus, Aquarius and Gemini.
September Birth Flowers
Aster or September flower is the flower for this month. It is found in a number of colours: pink, red, white, lilac and mauve. The name of the birth flower which looks like a star is derived from the Greek word for star. The flower symbolises love, faith, wisdom and colour. The other September flower is the morning glory. Morning glories are simple symbols of affection.
Patience, Daintiness and Remembrance. This September Birth Flower Aster conveys deep emotional love and affection.
Historical Events for September, 1966
6th » In Cape Town, South Africa, the architect of Apartheid, Prime Minister Dr. Hendrik Verwoerd, is stabbed to death during a parliamentary meeting.
8th » The Severn Bridge is officially opened by Elizabeth II known as Queen Elizabeth II.
8th » The first 'Star Trek' Star Trek: The Original Series e.g series premieres on NBC.
9th » The National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act is signed into law by President of the United States or U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson.
15th » U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson, responding to a Charles Whitman called sniper attack at the University of Texas at Austin, writes a letter to United States Congress e.g Congress urging the enactment of gun control legislation.
29th » The Chevrolet Camaro, originally named Panther, is introduced.
30th » The British protectorate of Bechuanaland Protectorate Bechuanaland declares its independence, and becomes the Botswana Republic of Botswana. Seretse Khama takes office as the first Heads of state of Botswana President.
Famous Birthdays on September in 1966
1st » Tim Hardaway, American basketball player and coach
1st » Ken Levine (game developer) called Ken Levine, American video game designer, co-founded Irrational Games
2nd » Dino Cazares, American guitarist, songwriter, and producer (Fear Factory, Asesino, and Divine Heresy)
2nd » Massimo Cuttitta, Italian rugby player and coach
2nd » Yū Hayami, Japanese singer and actress
2nd » Salma Hayek, Mexican-American actress, director, and producer
2nd » Olivier Panis, French race car driver
2nd » Tuc Watkins, American actor
3rd » Vladimir Ryzhkov, Russian historian and politician
4th » Yanka Dyagileva, Russian singer-songwriter (Grazhdanskaya Oborona) (d. 1991)
4th » Jeff Tremaine, American director, producer, and screenwriter