Born with Character
Signature Stamp
2016
In Korea, a child’s first birthday highlights a very special gifting tradition. During a first birthday celebration, family or close friends may present a gold baby ring to the child. The gold represents a blessing of good fortune. Often the ring will depict an animal from the Korean (Chinese) Zodiac. Each animal is believed to define a unique set of personality traits/fortunes for babies born in that year. This year, 2016, is the year of the Monkey. So, many babies born this year, will receive a gold ring inscribed with a Monkey on their first birthday.
A Signature Stamp is another milestone gift, given to every Korean; and used along with a hand-signed signature on all official documents or contracts. By combining a symbolic Zodiac symbol and the pure Gold with the personalized Stamp, we create a gift that is, not only an expression of love and support, but also a practical artifact that will be cherished for years to come.
ROOSTER
Rooster years: 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017
A few grams of gold, similar to that of a baby ring, is fitted to the base of the stamp. The gold is removable via a hidden screw behind the stamp pad. A magnetic cap protects the personalized stamp pad and completes the minimal shape.
Gold Assembly
MONKEY
Monkey years: 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016
RAT
Rat years: 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008
PIG
Pig years: 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019
RABBIT
Rabbit years: 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011
TIGER
Tiger years: 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010
SHEEP
Sheep years: 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015
