|
Astrological sign of Leo
The twelve Zodiac signs are an astrological version of birthstones in
addition to the twelve months according to the Gregorian calendar.
Dates: July 23 -
August 23
Fifth
Sign of the Zodiac: The sign
of the Lion
Birthstone of Leo:
Peridot
Alternate
Birthstones of Leo:
Onyx,
Diamond, Carnelian, Sardonyx and Ruby
Ruling Planet of Leo:
The Sun
Ruling Element of Leo:
Fire
|
 |
|
Birthstone and Zodiac
Signs
The signs of the Zodiac, including Leo, are used to cast horoscopes from astrological
calculations which are used as a guide to personality, relationships and business
affairs.
The Zodiac sign of Leo
represents the placement in the sky where the sun was during the time of
birth and, in the case of Leo, influences people who were born between
the
dates of July 23 - August 23. The Zodiac sign of Leo is ruled by Sun, one of the planets in the Solar system.
The planet Sun rules
over the gemstone, or birthstone Peridot. The Peridot has its own unique
properties relating to color, crystalline structure, character and
abilities. The Peridot gemstone, or birthstone assigned
to Leo is believed to influence both positive and
negative personality traits and characteristics of those born under the
astrological sign of Leo.
Leo
Characteristics & Personality
Leo (the sign of the
Lion) is the fifth sign of the Zodiac, influencing people born between July
23 - August 23.
The Fire signs of Aries, Leo and Sagittarius are associated with action,
passion, and energy. Combined with other elements, fire feels that earth
will smother it, water will drown it, but air will fan and enliven it. Those born under the sign of Leo possess positive characteristics and personality traits and are often described as:
-
Honest -
Generous -
Self-motivated -
Warm-hearted -
Enthusiastic
Negative
traits - apt in some circumstances to be:
-
Conceited
-
Rigid
-
Intolerant
-
Bully
-
Arrogant
The Leo
Birthstone - the Peridot
The birthstone for Leo is the Peridot. The Zodiac sign
of Leo also responds to Onyx, Diamond, Carnelian,
Sardonyx and Ruby. The tradition of giving
gifts of jewelry containing these stones dates back
thousands of years. The gemstone, or birthstone Peridot is
believed to conduct the energies of the planet Sun 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 Peridot - the Leo Birthstone
The
properties with which the Peridot, the birthstone of the Zodiac sign of
Leo, is associated are as follows:
-
Love, truth, faithfulness and loyalty
-
Fame, dignity, and protection
-
The
Peridot is also used to enhance prosperity, growth, and openness.
Healing
Properties of the Peridot
The healing properties of
the Leo birthstone are reputed to be effective for health problems
relating to:
-
Lungs, lymph
-
Breast and sinuses
Leo Birthstone Jewelry
Birthstone jewelry as a gift for a person born under the
sign of Leo especially of the gemstone, or birthstone Peridot 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.
Birthstones
|
