Scorpio
Astrological sign of Scorpio
The twelve Zodiac signs are an astrological version of
birthstones in addition to the twelve months according
to the Gregorian calendar.
Dates:
October 24 - November 21
First Sign of the
Zodiac: The sign of the Scorpion
Birthstone of Scorpio: Topaz
Alternate Birthstones
of Scorpio: Beryl,
Opal, Amethyst, Aquamarine and Tourmaline
Ruling Planet of Scorpio: Pluto
Ruling Element of
Scorpio: Water
Birthstone and Zodiac
Signs
The signs of the Zodiac, including Scorpio, are
used to cast horoscopes from astrological calculations
which are used as a guide to personality, relationships
and business affairs. The Zodiac sign of Scorpio
represents the placement in the sky where the sun was
during the time of birth and, in the case of Scorpio,
influences people who were born between the dates of
October 24 - November 21. The Zodiac sign of Scorpio is
ruled by Pluto, one of the planets in the Solar system.
The planet Pluto rules over the gemstone, or birthstone
Topaz. The Topaz has its own unique properties relating
to color, crystalline structure, character and
abilities. The Topaz gemstone, or birthstone assigned to
Scorpio is believed to influence both positive and
negative personality traits and characteristics of those
born under the astrological sign of Scorpio.
Scorpio Characteristics
& Personality
Scorpio (the sign of the Scorpion) is
the eighth sign of the Zodiac, influencing people born
between October 24 - November 21. 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 Scorpio possess
positive characteristics and personality traits and are
often described as:
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Focused
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Determined
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Emotional
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Hypnotic
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Complex
Negative traits - apt
in some circumstances to be:
Jealous
Possessive
Stubborn
Cruel
Capable of hurting feelings
The Scorpio Birthstone
- the Topaz
The birthstone for Scorpio is the Topaz. The
Zodiac sign of Scorpio also responds to Beryl,
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Tourmaline and Opal. The
tradition of giving gifts of jewelry containing these
stones dates back thousands of years. The gemstone, or
birthstone Topaz is believed to conduct the energies of
the planet Pluto 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
Topaz-
the Scorpio Birthstone
The properties with which the Topaz, the
birthstone of the Zodiac sign of Scorpio, is associated
are as follows:
- Constancy, loyalty,
faithfulness and friendship
- Strength, releasing tension and balancing
emotions
Healing Properties of
the Topaz
The healing properties of the Scorpio
birthstone are reputed to be effective for health
problems relating to:
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Sanity,
asthma, gout, blood disorders
-
Tuberculosis and insomnia.
Gemstone
Topaz
Myths & Legends about
Topaz
November Birthstone:
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