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Astrology Symbols & Glyphs
Complete visual guide to all symbols used in astrology. Learn the glyphs for zodiac signs, planets, aspects, asteroids, and chart points used in birth chart interpretation.
Zodiac Sign Symbols
The 12 zodiac signs each have a unique glyph derived from their mythological origins. These symbols appear throughout your birth chart to indicate sign placements.
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Aries
FireU+2648
Ram horns; initiative, action, new beginnings
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Taurus
EarthU+2649
Bull head; stability, sensuality, material values
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Gemini
AirU+264A
Twins; duality, communication, versatility
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Cancer
WaterU+264B
Crab claws; nurturing, protection, emotions
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Leo
FireU+264C
Lion mane/tail; creativity, self-expression, leadership
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Virgo
EarthU+264D
Maiden; analysis, service, perfectionism
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Libra
AirU+264E
Scales; balance, harmony, relationships
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Scorpio
WaterU+264F
Scorpion tail; transformation, intensity, depth
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Sagittarius
FireU+2650
Archer arrow; exploration, philosophy, optimism
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Capricorn
EarthU+2651
Sea-goat; ambition, discipline, structure
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Aquarius
AirU+2652
Water waves; innovation, humanitarianism, individuality
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Pisces
WaterU+2653
Two fish; intuition, spirituality, compassion
Planet Symbols
Planetary glyphs represent the celestial bodies in your chart. Each symbol carries ancient symbolic meaning related to the planet's astrological significance.
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Sun
U+2609
Circle with dot; core self, vitality, ego, life force
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Moon
U+263D
Crescent; emotions, instincts, the unconscious
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Mercury
U+263F
Winged helmet; communication, intellect, travel
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Venus
U+2640
Mirror of goddess; love, beauty, values, attraction
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Mars
U+2642
Shield and spear; action, desire, aggression, drive
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Jupiter
U+2643
Lightning bolt; expansion, luck, philosophy, growth
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Saturn
U+2644
Sickle; discipline, limitations, karma, time
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Uranus
U+2645
H for Herschel; rebellion, innovation, sudden change
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Neptune
U+2646
Trident; dreams, illusion, spirituality, dissolution
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Pluto
U+2647
PL monogram; transformation, power, death/rebirth
Aspect Symbols
Aspects are angles between planets that create specific types of energy. These symbols appear in aspect tables and chart drawings to show planetary relationships.
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Conjunction
0°U+260C
Planets unite energies; intensification, fusion
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Sextile
60°U+26B9
Opportunity aspect; harmony, talent, ease
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Square
90°U+25A1
Tension aspect; challenge, friction, growth through struggle
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Trine
120°U+25B3
Flow aspect; natural talent, ease, gifts
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Opposition
180°U+260D
Polarity aspect; awareness, balance, projection
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Quincunx
150°U+26BB
Adjustment aspect; requires adaptation, awkwardness
Asteroids & Chart Points
Beyond planets, charts include asteroids like Chiron, lunar nodes, and calculated points like the Part of Fortune. These add nuance to chart interpretation.
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Chiron
U+26B7
Key; the wounded healer, core wounds and healing gifts
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North Node
U+260A
Dragon head; life purpose, karmic direction, growth
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South Node
U+260B
Dragon tail; past life karma, natural talents, comfort zone
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Lilith
U+26B8
Black Moon; shadow self, primal instincts, hidden power
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Part of Fortune
U+2295
Circle cross; luck, prosperity, worldly success point
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Ascendant
n/a
Rising sign; persona, first impressions, physical body
MC
Midheaven
n/a
Medium Coeli; career, public image, life direction
How to Read Chart Symbols
When reading a birth chart, you'll see combinations of these symbols. For example:
☉♌= Sun in Leo (core identity expressed through creativity and leadership)
☽♋= Moon in Cancer (emotions expressed through nurturing and protection)
♀△♃= Venus trine Jupiter (harmonious flow between love and expansion)
♂□♄= Mars square Saturn (tension between action and restriction)
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