The Chinese Horoscope has been around for thousands of years, long before its Western counterpart. It is based on ancient Chinese legend, tradition, and common wisdom. It consists of a twelve year cycle. Each year is represented by a different member of the Animal Kingdom, reflecting certain characteristics and traits that rule that specific year. Internationally renowned designer Nicolai Canetti has designed a new and unique collection of necklaces, one for each of the twelve different Chinese Horoscope signs. Wear your own sign on an exclusively designed gold-plated, solid brass pendant, hung on a vintage gold plated chain. This beautiful necklace will make an elegant and original addition to your jewelry collection. The Rat is for people born in the following years: 1912 1924 1936 1948 1960 1972 1984 1996. The Rat is: Aggressive, Hard-working, Charming, Meticulous, Wise, Sociable, Humorous, Intelligent, Lovable, Honest, Sentimental. But can be: Destructive, Power-hungry, Petty. Most compatible with: The Dragon, Monkey, and Ox.