Every twelve years, the Chinese zodiac calendar circles back to the Goat (also called the Sheep or Ram, depending on the translation) — and 2027 is next up. If you were born in 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, or 2015, this is your year.
What does the Year of the Goat mean?
Of the twelve zodiac animals, the Goat is considered one of the gentlest. People born under this sign are traditionally described as calm, creative, and easygoing, with a quiet resilience that gets them through difficulty without much fuss. In Chinese tradition, goats and rams are also tied to a well-known saying that roughly translates to "three rams bring great fortune" — a phrase that pops up on New Year cards, decorations, and gifts every twelve years, wishing the receiver a smooth, prosperous year ahead.
Why zodiac jewelry makes a meaningful gift
Zodiac-themed jewelry has a long history as a personal, symbolic gift — something closer to a birthstone than a trend. Giving someone a piece tied to their zodiac year is a way of acknowledging their year, their birth animal, and the good luck traditionally associated with it. It works well for milestone birthdays, Lunar New Year, or simply as a thoughtful, culturally rich gift for someone who appreciates handmade, meaningful jewelry over mass-produced pieces.
Our take on it: a hand-carved jade ram pendant
To mark the upcoming Year of the Goat, we're offering a hand-carved natural nephrite jade ram pendant necklace, accented with a carnelian bead and gold-tone spacer on an adjustable cord. It's currently open for preorder at a reduced price, with shipping expected in December 2026 — in time for the new year.
Every piece is carved from genuine jade, so expect natural variation in tone and translucency from one pendant to the next — that's simply the nature of real stone, not a flaw.