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Balance Scale — Google Noto

⚖️ scales emoji

The scales emoji ⚖️ depicts a balance scale, representing weighing and balance. It is used in contexts related to comparing two sides, considering balance, or discussing fairness and judgment. The image can also be copied or downloaded as PNG or SVG.

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Category
Objects
Unicode version
8.0
Release year
2015
Unicode sequence
U+2696 U+FE0F
Emoji version
1.0
Artwork
10 available designs
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What does ⚖️ mean?

A balance scale depicted as a pair of horizontal pans or bowls suspended from a beam, balanced by a central fulcrum. The pans are typically shown in silver or gold, with the beam and supports in a darker metal. Represents justice, fairness, and the act of weighing or measuring. Part of the Objects category, specifically a tool.

Common uses

  • Symbolizing justice or fairness: 'Let's ensure we treat everyone fairly ⚖️'
  • Indicating a need for balance or weighing options: 'We need to ⚖️ the pros and cons before making a decision'
  • Referring to legal contexts: 'The case will be decided by the court's ⚖️'

In a message

The judge will ⚖️ the evidence presented in the trial.
We need to ⚖️ the risks and benefits before starting the project.
In the spirit of ⚖️, let's consider all perspectives before reaching a conclusion.

Variations

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CC BY 4.0

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Twitter

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Microsoft Fluent 3D

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MIT

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Frequently asked questions

What does ⚖️ mean?

A balance scale depicted as a pair of horizontal pans or bowls suspended from a beam, balanced by a central fulcrum. The pans are typically shown in silver or gold, with the beam and supports in a darker metal. Represents justice, fairness, and the act of weighing or measuring. Part of the Objects category, specifically a tool.

How do I copy Balance Scale?

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How do I download Balance Scale?

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Does Balance Scale support skin tones?

This entry has no skin-tone variations in the current catalog. Different platform designs are renderings of the same character, not separate emoji.