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The Rat is the first animal in the Chinese zodiac. Those born in the year of the Rat are said to be hardworking and thrifty. If they are a male they are curious and can deal with tasks easily. If they are female they are said to be pretty, smart, and lovely. Does this sound like the person born in the year of the rat you know? If you are thinking of getting them a gift for Chinese New year or any occasion we’ve gathered an amazing list of gift ideas for the year of the rat you can choose from! Check them out below.
Cool Gift Ideas for the year of the Rat
Traditional Chinese gifts such as golden statues, lucky coins, and pendants are always welcome gifts! If you are looking for something else like LEGO, books, or even clothing we also have some of those below! Check out our complete list of gift ideas for the year of the rat below!
Jade Necklace
Jade is a very lucky Stone in Chinese culture and this one has been carved with the Rat right into it.
Book
If you are looking for a gift for a child we highly recommend this book! It explains Chinese New Year and the traits and personality of the rat.
Lucky Bracelet
Give them the gift of luck with this red lucky bracelet with a golden rat bead that not only represents luck but also good fortune.
Rat with Gold Bag Statue
Give them the gift of wealth, good fortune, and years of luck with this golden Rat statue carrying a lucky bag of coins.
Keychains
How adorable are these keychains? It comes in a 3 pack and would make a great gift for any age.
Ramen Noodle Bowl
Did you know part of the Chinese New Year celebration is having a large fest that features long noodles? Make up a batch and give them this amazing bowl to use to eat them! Long noodles = Long life.
Plush Rat
We are suckers for cute plushies! This ones too cute to pass up. It’s a little rat that comes with a clip so you can attach it anywhere and bring it along for luck.
Golden Statue
Gold means good fortune, wealth and good luck. So giving them this is wishing them these things for life.
Enamel Lapel Pin
Lapel pins are always a great gift! They can be pinned to basically anything and it’s a great fashion statement wherever you go.
This gorgeous print will look amazing in anyone’s home! It’s always a great gift to suppose small artists.
Lucky Coin
Lucky coins are a great gift! Toss them into a red envelope and you have the perfect traditional CHinese New Year Gift to give to someone born in the year of the Rat.
Bathroom Bath Rug
Decorate their bathroom with this amazing Rat themed floor mat! It has Chinese writing for Rat and comes in the lucky colors red and gold.
Mug
Mugs are always a welcome gift, you can never have too many! This one has a beautiful Rat on it. Throw in some tea or coffee and it’s the ultimate gift.
LEGO
How amazing is this? It’s a LEGO set to create your own little rat! Perfect gift for both the young and young at heart!
Luggage Tags
If they love to travel or about to go travelling this one’s perfect! Two piece luggage set tags with the lucky colors red and gold with a beautiful Rat print.
Blanket
Give the gift of comfort! This amazing red and cold – rat print fleece blanket would make the perfect cozy present.
Pendant
This pendant is said to bring luck in the New year and in life. It has the Chinese Symbol for Rat with an adorable little rat sticking his head through.
14k Gold Year of the Rat Ring
If they are into Jewelry this one’s perfect. It’s a 14K gold ring with a little Rat on it! Gold is very important in Chinese culture so it’s a double win for a gift.
Embroidered Beanie
Keep their head warm while also being stylish with this Rat embroidered Beanie! It comes in a couple different colors!
Gift Set
This is the ultimate Year of the Rat gift set! It comes with a mug, sign, keychain, fan, and more goodies!
