The Chinese Sexagenary Cycle is an ancient method of calculating years, months, dates, and time. Consisting of 10 heavenly stems and 12 earthly branches, a pairing of 1 character from the stem followed by another from the branch will derive the sexagenary number of a Chinese year. The 10 heavenly stems are each associated with the five elements – wood, fire, earth, metal, and water – while the 12 earthly branches are represented by one of the 12 Zodiac animals. The Rabbit is the fourth of the 12-year cycle in the Chinese zodiac signs. The rabbit also represents hope and long life in Chinese culture, as well as a tender and loving presence. People born during the Year of the Rabbit are gentle, approachable, and elegant. These noble people can be said to be a “Rabbit from the Mountains”, because they have descended from the heavens to bless everyone with their gentle wisdom and nobility. Sized at 45mm diameter, this 2 oz 999 Fine Silver coin is struck in ultra-high relief, complemented with antiqued silver finishing. This is a limited edition of 333 pieces only. Each piece is packaged and delivered with a Certificate verifying its edition number and authenticity.