Sagittarius, The Archer, is the ninth symbol of the Zodiac. Anyone born between 23 November and 21 December is born under this sign. Sagittarius, the latin word for an archer, from sagitta for an arrow, is a mutable sign, and is ruled by the planet Jupiter. Its symbol is  , representing the centaur’s arrow. Sagittarius is one of the four fire signs.

Turquoise is one of the traditional birthstones for Sagittarius. It is believed to be the symbol of friendship, to protect the wearer from negative energy and to bring good fortune.

Another stone traditionally assigned to Sagittarius is Topaz. Topaz is believed to be very calming and soothing, and to be able to assist with problem solving.

Key words for people born under the sign of Sagittarius are: Free spirit, carefree, love of movement and cheerful. Sagittarians often suffer wanderlust, both in body and mind.

Sagittarius rules the hips, thighs, liver, and sciatic nerve.

Sagittarians share their sign with such notables as Bruce Lee, CS Lewis and Edvard Munch.

You can shop for a Sagittarius pendant in my Celestials Collection in The Silver Forge Shop.