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December
Month #12 • 31 days
Winter Season
31
Days in December
Turquoise or Tanzanite
Birthstone
Winter
Season
Origin of the Name
From the Latin "decem" meaning "ten" - December was the tenth month in the original Roman calendar.
About December
December is full of holiday celebrations, family gatherings, and winter festivities. The year ends with reflection and celebration.
Birthstone: Turquoise or Tanzanite
Turquoise symbolizes good fortune and protection. Tanzanite, found only in Tanzania, represents transformation and new beginnings.
Zodiac Signs
Sagittarius (Nov 22 - Dec 21)
Capricorn (Dec 22 - Jan 19)
Notable Days in December
- •Christmas (December 25)
- •New Year's Eve (December 31)
- •Hanukkah (varies)
- •Kwanzaa (December 26 - January 1)
Fun Facts About December
December comes from "decem" meaning ten, but it's the 12th and final month
The winter solstice in December is the shortest day of the year
December is the most popular month for holiday spending
Tanzanite is one thousand times rarer than diamonds