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Virgo Symbol

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What is the Virgo Symbol?

Names and Identification

  • Astrological Name: Virgo ♍
  • Unicode Name: VIRGO
  • Alternative Names: The Virgin, The Maiden, The Harvest Maiden, The Wise Woman, The Healer
  • Traditional Symbol: The Virgin carrying wheat or grain, representing purity and the harvest season
  • Cultural Names: Parthenos (Greek), Kanya (Hindu), La Virgen (Spanish)

Technical Details

  • Unicode: U+264D
  • HTML Entity: &virgo;
  • UTF-8 Hex: E2 99 8D
  • UTF-8 Dec: 226 153 141
  • UTF-16: 264D
  • CSS Unicode: \264D

Astrological Significance

  • Zodiac: Sixth sign of the zodiac (August 23 - September 22), representing the time of harvest and analytical thinking
  • Element: Earth - representing practicality, stability, and groundedness. Earth signs are known for their reliability and connection to the physical world
  • Quality: Mutable - adaptable and flexible nature, skilled at analyzing situations and finding practical solutions
  • Ruling Planet: Mercury - planet of communication, analysis, and intelligence. This influence makes Virgo particularly skilled at detailed work and clear communication
  • House: Natural ruler of the 6th house - associated with work, health, service, and daily routines
  • Polarity: Feminine/Yin - receptive, introspective, and nurturing energy

Symbolic Meanings

  • Purity and innocence represented by the Virgin, symbolizing the untainted wisdom of nature
  • Harvest and abundance shown by the wheat sheaf, connecting to the agricultural cycles and earth's bounty
  • Analytical thinking and attention to detail, reflected in Mercury's influence
  • Service and dedication to craft, showing Virgo's natural inclination to help and perfect
  • Perfect order and natural cycles, representing the harmony of nature and the cosmos
  • Healing and nurturing, as Virgo is traditionally associated with holistic medicine and caregiving
  • Discrimination and discernment, shown by Virgo's ability to separate wheat from chaff

Historical Background

  • Ancient Babylonian origins as "The Furrow," connecting to agricultural goddesses
  • Greek mythology links to Astraea, the star maiden of justice and purity
  • Egyptian association with the harvest goddess Isis
  • Medieval symbolism of the Virgin Mary in Christian astrology
  • Traditional harvest festivals across cultures coinciding with Virgo season

Key Characteristics

  • Meticulous attention to detail and precision
  • Natural healing abilities and interest in health
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Dedication to service and helping others
  • Practical approach to life and work
  • Excellence in organization and planning
  • Deep connection to nature and natural cycles

How to Type a Virgo Symbol

Windows

  • Alt + 264 Hold Alt and type 264 on the numeric keypad. Make sure Num Lock is on. Release Alt key after typing the numbers. Note: Works in most Windows applications
  • Windows + . Open emoji picker, search for "virgo" in the search bar, or navigate to the Symbols > Zodiac category Note: Available in Windows 10 and later versions
  • Character Map Open Character Map app (charmap.exe), select "Advanced view", search for "virgo", select and copy the symbol Note: Useful when other methods don't work
  • Copy from Word/Office Insert > Symbol > More Symbols > search for "virgo" or find in "Zodiac Symbols" subset Note: Good for Microsoft Office users

Mac

  • Option + 6 Hold Option (⌥) key and press 6 Note: Fastest method on macOS
  • Control + Command + Space Open Character Viewer, search for "virgo" or browse Symbols > Zodiac Note: Works system-wide on macOS
  • Text Replacement System Preferences > Keyboard > Text > Add replacement for automatic conversion Note: Useful for frequent use

Mobile Devices

  • Emoji Keyboard Open emoji keyboard, look under symbols or zodiac section. On iOS, can also use Globe key (🌐) to access emoji keyboard Note: Available on both iOS and Android
  • Text Replacement Set up custom text replacement in keyboard settings. For example, type ":virgo:" to get ♍ Note: Great for quick access
  • Gboard Symbols On Android with Gboard, tap ?123 > = > Greek to find zodiac symbols Note: Specific to Google Keyboard

Common Software

  • Microsoft Word Insert > Symbol > More Symbols > search "virgo" Can create custom shortcut in Word
  • Google Docs Insert > Special characters > search "virgo" Can also draw symbol to find it
  • Adobe Software Glyphs panel or Character panel > search "virgo" Works in Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop
  • Pages (macOS) Insert > Symbol > search "virgo" Also accessible via Edit menu

For Developers

  • HTML &virgo; HTML entity <p>Virgo Symbol: &virgo;</p>
  • Unicode U+264D Unicode codepoint Can be used in various programming contexts
  • CSS \264D CSS content property content: "\264D";
  • JavaScript \u264D JavaScript Unicode escape console.log("\u264D"); // Prints ♍

Browser Support

The Virgo symbol is widely supported across modern browsers:

  • Chrome 1.0+
  • Firefox 1.0+
  • Safari 1.0+
  • Edge 12+
  • Opera 9.0+
  • iOS Safari 1.0+
  • Android Browser 2.1+

Download Virgo Symbol SVG Files

Simple Virgo Symbol

Clean, minimal Virgo symbol suitable for most uses

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Decorative Virgo Symbol

Ornate version with decorative elements

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Virgo Symbol Icon

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Common Uses of the Virgo Symbol

Astrology

  • • Horoscope charts and readings
  • • Astrological calendars
  • • Birth chart analysis

Digital Communication

  • • Social media posts
  • • Personal profiles
  • • Digital signatures

Design

  • • Logo design
  • • Tattoo art
  • • Jewelry design

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why can't I see the Virgo symbol?

If you see a box or question mark instead of the Virgo symbol, your device might not support Unicode characters. Try updating your operating system or using a different browser.

Can I use the Virgo symbol commercially?

Yes, the Virgo symbol is part of the Unicode standard and can be used freely in both personal and commercial projects.

Why does the Virgo symbol look different on different devices?

The appearance of the Virgo symbol can vary slightly depending on the font and operating system being used. This is normal and doesn't affect its meaning or usage.