Capricorn, The Goat, is the tenth symbol of the Zodiac. Anyone born between 22 December and 20 January is born under this sign. Capricorn, the latin word for “horned goat” or “goat horn”, is a cardinal sign, and is ruled by the planet Saturn. Its symbol is 
, representing the body and head of a goat with the tail of a fish. Capricorn is one of the four earth signs.
Onyx is one of the traditional stones for Capricorn. Onyx is believed to assist with repelling negative energy.
July – Onyx
Another stone traditionally assigned to Capricorn is Ruby. It is thought to be good for self esteem, and is worn as a symbol of friendship and love.
Key words for people born under the sign of Capricorn are: Enduring, has a sense of purpose, proud, ambitious. Capricorns can be suspicious and aloof. Capricorn rules the knees, joints, and the skeletal system.
Capricorns share their sign with such notables as JRR Tolkien, Kahlil Gibran and Henri Matisse. You can shop for a Capricorn pendant in my Celestials Collection in The Silver Forge Shop.
