Mercury in astrology represents communication, thinking, and learning.

Virgo is an earth sign that is associated with practicality, organization, and attention to detail.

When someone has Mercury in Virgo in their natal chart, it means that at the time of their birth, the planet Mercury was located in the sign of Virgo.

Logical, Detailed, Dutiful…

A person with Mercury in Virgo is likely to be an analytical thinker, thorough and full of logic and common sense.

This person might be a worrier, and a stickler for detail. It’s likely they have a practical approach to communication and learning.

They may be detail-oriented and methodical in their thinking, with a talent for organising information and solving problems.

There may be a strong sense of duty and responsibility.

Reliable and dependable, clear and precise communications is their forte.

The Virgo Mercury may be skilled at breaking down complex ideas into smaller, manageable parts.

They may have a talent for explaining things in a way that is easy to understand.

They may also be very good at editing and proofreading, and may have a sharp eye for errors and inconsistencies.

On the negative side, people with Mercury in Virgo may sometimes struggle with being overly critical or ‘nitpickers’.

There may be a tendency to focus on flaws and imperfections in others or in themselves.

They can come off as having a sharp tongue or seem as if they’re finding fault with people.

The Virgo Mercury may be prone to overthinking or second-guessing themselves.

Mercury Is Exalted In Virgo…

To have Mercury in Virgo means to have Mercury in one of its domicile signs, the other being Gemini. Both are co-ruled by Mercury.

Mercury is ‘exalted’ in this proficient, analytical sign, leading to efficiency, organisation, high intelligence, and complex management skills.

Leo Kylie Jenner is a good example of this acumen, with Mercury, Venus and the North Node in Virgo (positioned closely together).

She has turned beauty (Venus) into something worth selling (Mercury), using her perfectionism for her own look (or lips), also thanks to her Capricorn ascendant!

Leo Kim Cattrall on the other hand is known for her wry tone and canny attitude. She is able to cut others down with a quick comment when necessary! Mae West too! 

Celebrities with Mercury in Virgo…

Because Mercury travels with the Sun, there are only three possible Sun signs for those with Mercury in Virgo, Leo through to Libra.

See which celebrities share your Sun and Mercury sign…

                                              

☆ Kylie Jenner ☆ Madonna ☆ Mila Kunis ☆ Coco Chanel ☆ Audrey Tautou ☆ Kim Cattrall ☆ Whitney Houston ☆ Mae West ☆ Hayden Panettiere ☆ Jennifer Lawrence ☆ Vivica Fox ☆ Lucille Ball ☆ Claudia Schiffer ☆ Stella McCartney ☆ Sophie Dahl ☆ Salma Hayek ☆ Amy Winehouse ☆ Pink ☆ Blake Lively ☆ Rachel Bilson ☆ Michelle Williams ☆ Kate Bush ☆ Jada Pinkett Smith ☆ Raquel Welch ☆ Alicia Silverstone ☆ Ingrid Bergman ☆ Lauren Bacall ☆ Pippa Middleton ☆ Nicky Hilton ☆ Katie Melua ☆ Amy Adams ☆ Gloria Estefan ☆ Chrissie Hynde ☆ Anita Ekberg ☆ Monica Bellucci ☆ Amy Poehler ☆ Macy Gray ☆ Alexandra Burke ☆ Liberty Ross ☆ Greta Garbo ☆ Avril Lavigne ☆ Melanie Griffith ☆

Read more about Mercury and see the other styles of the zodiac signs, here.