Extraordinary footage also emerged of the immediate aftermath of the plane crash, filmed on the ground by shocked passers-by. Dazed witnesses survey the scene on the A27 as smoke billows into the sky from several vehicles and people appear to try to help victims.
Carnelian has been designated as modern birthstone for July in Britain alongside ruby. Carnelian was also the July birthstone in the old Arabic calendar. Before the gemstone appeared in these calendars as the stone for July, carnelian was a zodiac stone for Leo, which falls partly on the month of July. This birthstone of July is the red variety of chalcedony. The July gemstone is believed to fuel passion and desire. See also Carnelian: Stone of Passion.
Julyâs birthstone, the ruby, was regarded by ancient Hindus as the âking of gems.â It was believed to protect its wearer from evil. Today, the rubyâs deep-red color signifies love and passion. Augustâs birthstone, the peridot, symbolizes strength. It is sometimes called the evening emerald for its light green color.It was once believed that the green peridot crystals found in volcanic ashes were the tears of the volcano goddess, Pele.When set in gold, this gem was said to protect the wearer from nightmares.ayâs birthstone, the emerald, was one of Cleopatraâs favorite gems. It has long been associated with fertility, rebirth, and love. Ancient Romans went so far as to dedicate this stone to Venus, the goddess of love and beauty. Today, it is thought that emeralds signify wisdom, growth, and patience.