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Astrological sign of Virgo
The twelve Zodiac signs are an astrological version of birthstones in
addition to the twelve months according to the Gregorian calendar.
Dates: August 24 - September 23
Sixth
Sign of the Zodiac: The sign
of the Virgin
Birthstone of Virgo:
Sapphire
Alternate
Birthstones of Virgo:
Carnelian,
Zircon, Sardonyx, Peridot and Agate
Ruling Planet of Virgo:
Mercury
Ruling Element of Virgo:
Earth
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Birthstone and Zodiac
Signs
The signs of the Zodiac, including Virgo, are used to cast horoscopes from astrological
calculations which are used as a guide to personality, relationships and business
affairs. The Zodiac sign of Virgo
represents the placement in the sky where the sun was during the time of
birth and, in the case of Virgo, influences people who were born between
the
dates of August 24 - September 23. The Zodiac sign of Virgo is ruled by
Mercury, one of the planets in the Solar system.
The planet Mercury rules
over the gemstone, or birthstone Sapphire. The Sapphire has its own unique
properties relating to color, crystalline structure, character and
abilities. The Sapphire gemstone, or birthstone assigned
to Virgo is believed to influence both positive and
negative personality traits and characteristics of those born under the
astrological sign of Virgo. The Zodiac sign of Virgo also responds to
Zircon and Agate.
Virgo
Characteristics & Personality
Virgo (the sign of the
Virgin) is the sixth sign of the Zodiac, influencing people born between
August 24 - September 23.
The Earth signs of Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn are associated with
sensation, stability and practicality. Combined with other elements,
earth feels that air will dry it, fire will parch it, but water will
refresh and nourish it. Those born under the sign of Virgo possess positive characteristics and personality traits and are often described as:
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Orderly -
Modest -
Diligent -
Analytical -
Self-sufficient
Negative
traits - apt in some circumstances to be:
The Virgo
Birthstone - the Sapphire
The birthstone for Virgo is the blue sapphire. The
Zodiac sign of Virgo also responds to Carnelian, Zircon,
Sardonyx, Peridot and Agate. The tradition of giving
gifts of jewelry containing these stones dates back
thousands of years. The gemstone, or birthstone Sapphire 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 Sapphire - the Virgo Birthstone
The
properties with which the Sapphire, the birthstone of the Zodiac sign of
Virgo, is associated are as follows:
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Truth, sincerity and constancy
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Clairvoyance, insight and interpretation
Healing
Properties of the Sapphire
The healing properties of
the Virgo birthstone are reputed to be effective for health problems
relating to:
Virgo Birthstone Jewelry
Birthstone jewelry as a gift for a person born under the
sign of Virgo especially of the gemstone, or birthstone Sapphire 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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