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, 2010
25th » WikiLeaks publishes Afghan War documents leak named classified documents about the War in Afghanistan, one of the largest leaks in U.S. military history.
Famous Deaths for July 2010
1st » Don Coryell, American football player and coach (b. 1924)
1st » Arnold Friberg, American painter and illustrator (b. 1913)
1st » Geoffrey Hutchings, English actor (b. 1939)
1st » Ilene Woods, American actress and singer (b. 1929)
2nd » Beryl Bainbridge, English actress, screenwriter, and author (b. 1932)
3rd » Abu Daoud, Palestinian terrorist, planned the Munich massacre (b. 1937)
4th » Robert Neil Butler, American physician and author (b. 1927)
4th » Mohammad Hussein Fadlallah, Iraqi-Lebanese cleric (b. 1935)
5th » Bob Probert, Canadian ice hockey player (b. 1965)