Chinese Signs
Chinese astrology has been used for thousands of years and according to legend when the Buddha found enlightenment under a fig tree he invited all the animals in creation to share in his joy. Only twelve accepted however and it is these twelve who have been honoured by being part of the Chinese zodiac. Each animal was given its own year to govern. If you were born in January or February you will need to check when the Chinese New Year started as it changes each year to different dates in January and February. Do mail us if you can not find these. Below are the years each animal governs and some of the traits of each. I have also added some of the Crystals and Gemstones associated with each sign.
RAT - Charm
1924,1936,1948,1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020
Generous, Intelligent, Adaptable, Cheerful, Motivated, Forthright Gemstones – Garnet, Quartz and Carnelian. |
OX - Tenacity
1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021
Patient, Kind, Responsible, Thorough, Energetic, Determined Gemstones – Aquamarine, Agate and Onyx. |
TIGER - Courage
1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022
Dynamic, Impulsive, Charismatic, Enthusiastic, Ambitious, Positive Gemstones – Sapphire, Ruby and Jasper. |
RABBIT - Peace
1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023
Intuitive, Sensitive, Creative, Trustworthy, Diplomatic, Sincere, Sociable Gemstones – Pearl, Sapphire and Chrysolite. |
DRAGON - Luck
1928, 1940, 1952, 1963, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024
Bright, Bold, Fun, Enthusiastic, Eccentric, Imaginative, Artistic Gemstones – Amethyst, Amber and Jade |
SNAKE - Wisdom
1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, 2025
Indulgent, Curious, Philosophical, Organized, Intuitive Gemstones – Opal, Jasper and Bloodstone |
HORSE - Grace
1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, 2026
Friendly, Communicative, Supportive, Adaptable, Intelligent, Adventurous Gemstones – Topaz, Turquoise and Beryl. |
SHEEP - Creativity
1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015, 2027
Relaxed, Flexible, Sociable, Tasteful, Warm, Sensitive, Composed Gemstones – Emerald, Jade and Moonstone |
MONKEY - Imagination
1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016, 2028
Inquisitive, Entertaining, Quick Witted, Charming, Lucky, Versatile. Gemstones – Peridot, Quartz and Agate |
ROOSTER - Honesty
1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029
Independent, Outgoing, Flamboyant, Honest, Intelligent, Diverse. Gemstones – Citrine, Tourmaline and Jasper |
DOG - Loyalty
1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018, 2030
Noble, Kind, Trustworthy, Helpful, Sociable, Diligent, Lively Gemstones – Diamond, Moonstone and Carnelian |
PIG - Sincerity
1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019, 2031
Sociable, Eager, Honest, Indulgent, Honorable, Altruistic, Determined Gemstones – Ruby, Lapis Lazuli and Onyx. |