The star pattern we call Libra is a small but distinct constellation next to the constellation Virgo in the evening sky. It looks very much like a lopsided diamond or crooked box and is visible in the northern hemisphere between April and July. Libra is most visible directly overhead at midnight in June.

Libra is home to one bright globular cluster, NGC 5897. It is a loose cluster, 50,000 light-years from Earth; it is fairly large and has an integrated magnitude of 9. IC 1059 is a galaxy in the constellation Libra.

When the Romans invented the Libra constellation, approximately 3,500 years ago, it contained the Autumnal Equinox — the point in the sky where the sun crossed the equator on its way from the Northern Hemisphere to the south. Ultimately the two claws of Scorpius were fashioned into the arms of Libra.

Libra, your spirit animal is a swan.

Libra (23rd September – 22nd October) Libras love dogs who are gentle, calm and peaceful — just like them. According to the experts, some of the best pups to consider giving a home to include the Shih Tzu, Great Dane and Bulldog.

Libra (September 23–October 22) Libras can get along with most signs, but their worst match would probably be Virgo. Libras are flighty and fickle, and that’s one thing Virgos can’t tolerate. It may look fun at first, but Libras waste a lot of time, and Virgo is about efficiency.

Libras ghost people who hurt them. However, that doesn’t mean that the Libra in your life doesn’t value their relationship with you. They actually value it so much that they can’t fathom you would hurt them. A Libra will always hit you where it hurts and to make sure their revenge is elaborate and soul-crushing.

Libras love being in love. As the sign that rules over partnerships, relationships tend to bring out the very best in them. But don’t think for one second that Libras don’t care about their exes. In fact, out of all the signs in the zodiac, Libra is the one most likely to regret breaking up with a partner.

Libras are people-pleasers, and though you might initially love how accommodating they are, it can be downright exhausting to date someone who can never pick what they for dinner. The hardest part about dating a Libra is that they’re prone to conspicuous silences. They avoid conflict to their detriment.

Social activities are a big deal for Libras, as we are happiest when we are surrounded by people. Being social is a huge part of the Libra personality, so any way we can spend time with our favorite people (or new people!) is a sure way to make us happy.

Libra. Since Libras hate confrontation, they’ll likely express their anger through infuriating forms of passive aggression. They don’t like to make situations ugly or cause drama, so instead, they’ll make you suffer slowly by withholding affection or giving you the silent treatment.

08/8​Libra They are the passive-aggressive bunch of people, who will not let go of any conflict in their heads. So days after a fight when you think everything is alright, expect a Libra to drop a clue that they have not forgotten.

The planet Venus rules Libra. Venus is the sign of love, passion, and all things beautiful. Basically, Libras are so beautiful because beauty just naturally runs through their veins.

As the Scales, they have the ability to think objectively and fairly. Their power comes from their ability to make strong decisions in a tactful manner, whether for themselves or in the interest of others. Libras can put an end to a feud between friends or decide where to eat when no one else can agree.

Interestingly, although Libra is the wealthiest overall billionaire sign, not one individual in the top 15 had a birthday during the Libra season. American heir to the Walmart fortune, Alice Walton is the most prosperous Libra with a cushty net worth of $68.1 billion (£48bn).