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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

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