2012 Chinese New Year of the Dragon Necklace

Happy New Year from World Peace Jewelry!  The Chinese New Year is one of the biggest festivals celebrated according to the Chinese calendar and 2012 is the year of the Dragon.  

The dragon is believed to be the most powerful sign in the Chinese zodiac.  The dragon is often seen as the symbol of divine protection and is regarded as the Supreme Being among all creatures.


Shown here is our Lucky Chinese Dragon Fluorite Necklace at World Peace Jewelry.  

The pendant is vintage and depicts a lucky Chinese dragon in soft, rich colors.  We handmade the necklace with beautiful sea green natural fluorite gemstone beads.  Blood red carnelian gemstones add some coordinating color.  Gold accents make this a gorgeous handcrafted necklace to celebrate 2012 the Chinese Year of the Dragon!

Browse more handcrafted spiritual jewelry in themes of peace, love, faith and belief at World Peace Jewelry.  Learn about the healing metaphysical properties of gemstones and explore our guide to Chinese symbols.

Symbolism of Birds

As you can imagine, we often use the white dove symbol in our jewelry, but other birds are wonderful symbols for jewelry as well. Birds are believed to mediate between earth and heaven, the physical and spiritual worlds. A bird in flight symbolizes freedom and the spiritual development of the soul.

Blue Jays represent fearless protectors. They symbolize determination, assertiveness, intelligence, clarity and vision.

Crows have long believed to be an omen of transformation, American Indians believe the crow is the keeper of the sacred law and protects the sacred writings of the Great Spirit. The Osage Indians believed that crows bring good news. Crows represent protections, a spirit guide and symbol of light.

The Dove, especially white doves, symbolize peace.

Swallow (also bluebirds and sparrows) symbols of love and loyalty, good fortune and returning home safely

Shown above is our Love and Freedom Swallow Bracelet. Sweetly romantic and very vintage swooping swallow bird bracelet is handcrafted and full of symbolism. I've hand wire wrapped wonderful faceted soft sage green Aventurine with vintage brass in warm natural patina. Lovely vintage brass repousse flying bird dangles a chubby coordinating heart. A wonderful talisman of love, good fortune and freedom

Learn more with World Peace Jewelry's Guides to symbols and totems.