Libra (astrology)
Zodiac symbol | Balance Scales |
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Duration | (tropical, western) September 23 – October 23 (2019, UT1) |
Constellation | Libra |
Zodiac element | Air |
Zodiac quality | Cardinal |
Sign ruler | Venus |
Detriment | Mars |
Exaltation | Saturn |
Fall | Sun |
Libra is one of the three zodiac air signs, the others are Gemini and Aquarius. The Libra sign is symbolized by the scales.
According to the tropical system of astrology, the Sun enters the sign of Libra when it reaches the southern vernal equinox, which occurs around September 22.