Descending Node Symbol
☋ is the Unicode symbol for the descending node, used in astrology contexts and design accents.
U+260B
The symbol ☋ represents the “descending node” and appears as a standard Unicode character. It’s commonly used when referencing astrological nodes or themes tied to the descending node. Copy it directly or use the provided escapes in code and markup.
Descending Node Symbol Meaning
☋ is the Unicode character named “DESCENDING NODE” (U+260B). In astrology, it’s used to refer to the descending node, one of the two lunar nodes often discussed in birth charts and interpretations. Designers and writers may include ☋ as a compact, recognizable glyph when labeling sections, creating chart legends, or styling typography with an astrological touch. Because it has a specific Unicode identity, it also works well for consistent copy/paste across documents and systems that support Unicode.
Common uses
- •Labeling astrology chart sections or legend keys
- •Using as a concise icon in zodiac/astrology blog posts
- •Adding a visual marker to posts discussing the descending node
- •Including the symbol in design mockups for astrology-themed websites
- •Referencing the descending node in educational notes or spreadsheets
Examples
☋ Descending Node Symbol
- ☋“The ☋ indicates themes tied to the descending node.”
- ☋“See the legend: ☋ = descending node.”
- ☋“In this chart, ☋ is highlighted in the houses view.”
- ☋“Today’s reading mentions ☋ influences on communication.”
- ☋“Update the diagram title to include ☋.”
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+260B | |
| HTML Entity | ☋ | |
| HTML Code | ☋ | |
| CSS | \260B | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9739 | |
| Decimal | 9739 |
How to type Descending Node Symbol (☋)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9739 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 260B then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 260B. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 260b, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ☋ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does the Descending Node symbol mean?
☋ is the Unicode character named “DESCENDING NODE” (U+260B). In astrology, it’s used to refer to the descending node, one of the two lunar nodes often discussed in birth charts and interpretations. Designers and writers may include ☋ as a compact, recognizable glyph when labeling sections, creating chart legends, or styling typography with an astrological touch. Because it has a specific Unicode identity, it also works well for consistent copy/paste across documents and systems that support Unicode.
What is the Unicode character for the descending node?
The descending node symbol is ☋, Unicode U+260B (HTML entity: ☋).
How can I copy the ☋ symbol into my document?
Copy the character directly from this page (☋) and paste it into your text editor, design tool, or browser.
Can I use the symbol in code?
Yes. You can use the provided escapes: CSS \\\\260B or JavaScript \\\\u{260B}.
Is ☋ the same as any other astrology symbol?
☋ specifically corresponds to “DESCENDING NODE” (not the ascending node). If you need the other node, look for the ascending node symbol instead.