Coton Colors Chinese Zodiac Monkey Small Square Trinket Bowl from Neiman Marcus

Monkey is the 9th animal in the 12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac signs, coming after the Goat and before the Rooster. Recent years of the Goat include 2016, 2004, 1992, 1980, 1968, 1956, and 1944, with the next Monkey year in 2028 (Year of the Earth Monkey). It is associated with the earthly branch sign shen. In Chinese astrology, Monkey is intelligent, especially in analyzing and solving a problem. They excel at abstract thinking, as well as adapting to new people, tasks, and even environments. These master shapeshifters can fit in any time, anywhere. This would make a thoughtful birthday gift or holiday stocking stuffer