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, 1978
1st » The Northern Territory in Australia is granted Self-Government.
7th » The Solomon Islands becomes independent from the United Kingdom
10th » 'World News with Charles Gibson e.g World News Tonight' premieres on American Broadcasting Company called ABC.
11th » Los Alfaques Disaster: A truck carrying liquid gas crashes and explodes at a coastal campsite in Tarragona, Spain killing 216 tourists.
25th » Puerto Rico police assassinate two nationalists in the Cerro Maravilla murders.
30th » The 730 (transport), Okinawa Prefecture changes its traffic on the Right- and left-hand traffic called right-hand side of the road to the left-hand side.
17th » Ricardo Arona, Brazilian mixed martial artist
17th » Panda Bear (musician) known as Panda Bear, American singer-songwriter and keyboard player (Animal Collective and Jane (American band) called Jane)
17th » Jason Jennings, American baseball player
17th » Mike Knox, American wrestler
17th » Trevor McNevan, Canadian singer-songwriter (Thousand Foot Krutch and FM Static)
17th » Émilie Simon, French singer-songwriter
17th » Katharine Towne, American actress
18th » Adabel Guerrero, Argentinian actress, singer, and dancer
18th » Shane Horgan, Irish rugby player and sportscaster
18th » Annie Mac, Irish radio and television host
18th » Eddie Matos (actor) or Eddie Matos, Puerto Rican-American actor
18th » Verónica Romeo, Spanish singer-songwriter, producer, and actress