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Astrological sign of Cancer
The twelve Zodiac signs are an astrological version of birthstones in
addition to the twelve months according to the Gregorian calendar.
Dates: June 22 - July 22
Fourth
Sign of the Zodiac: The sign
of the Crab
Birthstone of Cancer:
Ruby
Alternate
Birthstones of Cancer:
Emerald,
Ruby Sardonyx, Pearl and Moonstone
Ruling Planet of Cancer:
Mercury
Ruling Element of Cancer:
Water
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Birthstone and Zodiac
Signs
The signs of the Zodiac, including Cancer, are used to cast horoscopes from astrological
calculations which are used as a guide to personality, relationships and business
affairs.
The Zodiac sign of Cancer
represents the placement in the sky where the sun was during the time of
birth and, in the case of Cancer, influences people who were born between
the
dates of June 22 - July 22. The Zodiac sign of Cancer is ruled by
Mercury, one of the planets in the Solar system.
The planet Mercury rules
over the gemstone, or birthstone Ruby. The Ruby has its own unique
properties relating to color, crystalline structure, character and
abilities. The Ruby gemstone, or birthstone assigned
to Cancer is believed to influence both positive and
negative personality traits and characteristics of those born under the
astrological sign of Cancer.
Cancer
Characteristics & Personality
Cancer (the sign of the
Crab) is the fourth sign of the Zodiac, influencing people born between June 22 - July 22.
The Water signs of Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces are associated with growth
processes, identification and emotion. Combined with other elements,
water feels that fire will make it boil, air will evaporate it, but
earth will shape and channel it. Those born under the sign of Cancer possess positive characteristics and personality traits and are often described as:
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Imaginative -
Sympathetic -
Placid -
Intuitive -
Home Lover
Negative
traits - apt in some circumstances to be:
The Cancer
Birthstone - the Ruby
The birthstone for Cancer is the Ruby. The Zodiac sign
of Cancer also responds to Emerald, Sardonyx, Ruby,
Pearl and Moonstone. The tradition of giving
gifts of jewelry containing these stones dates back
thousands of years. The gemstone, or birthstone Ruby is
believed to conduct the energies of the planet Mercury with
which it is sympathetic and that wearing jewelry
containing the gemstone will focus the energies of the
planet and sign through the gem.
Properties of the Ruby - the Cancer Birthstone
The
properties with which the Ruby, the birthstone of the Zodiac sign of
Cancer, is associated are as follows:
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Devotion, integrity, courage and happiness
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Vitality, confidence and strength
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Used
to enhance energy, generosity and to bring success
Healing
Properties of the Ruby
The healing properties of
the Cancer birthstone are reputed to be effective for health problems
relating to:
Cancer Birthstone Jewelry
Birthstone jewelry as a gift for a person born under the
sign of Cancer especially of the gemstone, or birthstone Ruby is extremely popular
for a child, a baby, a wife, a mother or a new grandmother. All
different types of jewelry are available including rings, bracelets,
pendants, earrings and necklaces.
Birthstone Zodiac Signs - Birth Stone -
Gemstone - Birthday - Sign - Date - Month - Gemstone
Gem - Color - Facts -
Information
Guide - Symbolism -
Significance - Birth - Stone
Personality and Characteristics - Birthstone
Birthstones &
Jewelry Insurance
Your home insurance policy may not fully cover you for birthstone
jewelry insurance, engagement ring insurance or wedding ring insurance.
Your home insurance policy probably covers jewelry theft, but not loss
that occurs for other reasons. A typical home insurance policy will only
usually pay a maximum of $1,000 for jewelry theft. Obtain a Jewelry
Insurance quote from the Chubb group of jewelry insurance.
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