Mercury in Capricorn: Personality Characteristics

Mercury in Capricorn Personality

With Mercury occupying the sign of Capricorn, there is a mental toughness and conservative quality to the way in which a person thinks. Mercury in Capricorn represents very practical sensibilities with realistic and down to earth perspectives. People who have this Mercury position have a good mind for cultivating organization and structure. They think very logically and they value efficiency that allows them to maximize productivity and achievements. Furthermore, their mental energy is often directed towards ambitious and productive endeavors.

They can be very calculating and industrious. Their powers of concentration are significant and allows them to focus for extended periods on tasks that require a lot of time and effort. They understand as well as anyone that Rome was not built in a day. Therefore, they are very practical in scheduling out their time rather than trying to do everything at once in a very rushed and sloppy way. They are mindful of time and resource costs and this compels them to focus on ways to limit waste.

People who have Mercury in Capricorn tend to be serious thinkers with ambitious ideas. Many of them are highly intelligent and well suited for positions of leadership and as system coordinators. They are not idle daydreamers, but rather very purposeful planners and schemers. These individuals have a good mind for business and entrepreneurial enterprises. Not only do they come up with good ideas, but they also have the wherewithal to follow through and figure out how to bring it to life. Setbacks and detriments to the progress of their agenda can frustrate and infuriate them.

This placement can signify a tendency toward pessimism and cynicism. There is a willingness and expectation of difficulty that is incorporated into their thinking. They may even be drawn to problems that are harder to solve. This may be in part because they derive greater gratification and sense of accomplishment from things that require greater effort and brain power. They pace themselves and tend to be very consistent and rigorous in how they go about performing tasks. Although they are capable and willing to work very hard, they would always favor a smarter, more efficient approach.

The intensity and mental preoccupation of these individuals can bring about workaholism and stress. They are not easily distracted and are generally very good at keeping their priorities in order. In school, they are studious and methodical. They have the acumen and self discipline to complete projects and assignments on time. Generally speaking however, they favor subjects that are more practical and utilitarian in nature. Therefore, they may be less interested in and suited for theoretical physics, philosophy and the arts.

They tend to form a clearer sense of direction for their life even from an early age. From an early age, they are likely to have shown a precociousness that allowed them to earn valuable knowledge and work experience that most people don’t acquire until much later. With or without the help of a mentor, they are often resourceful and savvy enough to gather information from authoritative and knowledgeable figures in their immediate environment. Mercury in Capricorn people are self driven when it comes to their education. They have the confidence to make ambitious choices that others would shy away from due to the amount of complexity and work involved.

In the end, these individuals are poised to rise to prominence as a result of their mental dexterity. being methodical and systematic in their approach along with their capacity for handling responsibility can carry them far through life. Other people may come to look to them as a leader and source of direction and advice especially with regards to success and methodology. Empirical science and business may appeal more to them than theological and speculative fields of study.

These individuals are inclined to use information as a resource like any other to further their aims. When it comes to communication, they tend to express themselves in a way that seems very knowledgeable and authoritative. People may easily come to view them as experts. They express themselves in a concise and succinct fashion. There is less concern with using flowery and pedantic word choices. These individuals do not feel the need to impress others with gratuitous 5-dollar words. They are more focused on tangible results and material rewards as a byproduct of their effort.

Mercury in Capricorn in Relationships

When it comes to relationships, the Mercury in Capricorn person puts in work. Within their relationships, they can be very good at taking the lead in decision making and practical matters. They keep a practical and long-term perspective when it comes to choosing their mates. They seek to be with someone who is in line with their overall values and principles.

As a partner, they bring a lot to the table with regards to managing the more practical aspects of finances and planning. They have a focus on providing for the livelihood and well-being of them and their loved ones. Furthermore they are likely to be conscious of social appearances and optics and may be somewhat preoccupied with superficial features of their relationship as perceived by others. Additionally, they may be attracted to people who they feel they can sort of preside over.

Mercury in Capricorn Man

The mercury in Capricorn man is very strategic in how they think. They make very calculated decisions and avoid making decisions driven by impulse and emotion. When they do, regrets and remorse is likely to follow. They can be highly logical and rational and the way they process and assess information.

For them it is rather easy to remove emotional input and influence from the rubric and basis of their decision-making process. They try to be objective and fair in their perceptions. Still, they can be somewhat blind and oblivious to the more empathetic factors that should play a part in their rationale. Objectivity and efficiency can play an inordinate role in how they think that often overshadows humane and compassionate considerations.

Mercury in Capricorn Woman

The mercury in Capricorn female is bound to be more objectivistic and conservative in nature. They are inclined to systematize and structure their time. They value order and tradition as a basis by which to make decisions. Furthermore, they tend to trust information that is coming from sources they regard as authoritative and well established.

To others they can seem somewhat serious and overly prudent. They however are simply interested in being professional and effective in how they operate. The Mercury in Capricorn woman admires accomplished and prestigious individuals. They seek to acquire a level of respect and prestige of their own by virtue of what they are able to accomplish in the world.

Mercury in Capricorn Ephemeris Dates

Want to know if your Mercury is in Capricorn? Below is a table showing the dates on which Mercury occupies the sign of Capricorn from 1970 to 2032. If your date of birth falls within any of the year and month parameters listed below, then your Mercury Sign is Capricorn.

Year	Planet	Sign	Transit Period
1970	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 4 – FEB 12
1971	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 13 – FEB 6
1972	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 11 – JAN 30
1973	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 4 – JAN 22
1974	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 21 – JAN 7 (’75)
1975	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 13 – JAN 1 (’76)
1976	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 24 – FEB 14 / DEC 6 – FEB 9
1977	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 1 – DEC 20
1978	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 13 – FEB 3
1979	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 8 – JAN 27
1980	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 2 – JAN 19 / DEC 24 – JAN 11
1981	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 17 – JAN 4
1982	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 10 – DEC 31
1983	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 12 – FEB 13 / DEC 4 – FEB 7 (’84)
1984	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 1 – DEC 6
1985	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 11 – JAN 31
1986	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 5 – JAN 23 / DEC 29 – JAN 16 (’87)
1987	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 22 – JAN 9
1988	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 14 – JAN 1
1989	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 28 – FEB 13 / DEC 7 – FEB 10
1990	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 1 – DEC 24
1991	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 14 – FEB 4
1992	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 9 – JAN 28
1993	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 2 – JAN 20 / DEC 26 – JAN 12 (’94)
1994	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 19 – JAN 5 (’95)
1995	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 11 – DEC 31
1996	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 17 – FEB 13 / DEC 4 – FEB 8
1997	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	NOV 30 – DEC 12
1998	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 12 – FEB 1
1999	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 6 – JAN 25 / DEC 31 – JAN 17
2000	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 22 – JAN 9
2001	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 15 – JAN 2
2002	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	FEB 3 – FEB 12 / DEC 8 – FEB 11
2003	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 2 – DEC 29
2004	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 14 – FEB 5
2005	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 9 – JAN 29
2006	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 3 – JAN 21 / DEC 27 – JAN 14 (’07)
2007	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 20 – JAN 6 (’08)
2008	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 12 – DEC 31
2009	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 21 – FEB 13 / DEC 5 – FEB 9
2010	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	NOV 30 – DEC 17
2011	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 13 – FEB 2
2012	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 8 – JAN 26 / DEC 31 – JAN 18 (’13)
2013	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 24 – JAN 10 (’14)
2014	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 16 – JAN 3 (’15)
2015	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 9 – DEC 31
2016	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 8 – FEB 12 / DEC 2 – JAN 3 (’17)
2017	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 12 – FEB 6
2018	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 11 – JAN 30
2019	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 4 – JAN 23 / DEC 28 – JAN 15 (’20)
2020	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 20 – JAN 7 (’21)
2021	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 13 – JAN 1 (’22)
2022	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 25 – FEB 13 / DEC 6 – FEB 10
2023	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 1 – DEC 22
2024	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 13 – FEB 4
2025	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 8 – JAN 26
2026	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 1 – JAN 19 / DEC 25 – JAN 12
2027	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 18 – JAN 5
2028	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	DEC 10 – DEC 30
2029	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 13 – FEB 12 / DEC 3 – FEB 7
2030	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	NOV 30 – DEC 9 / NOV 30 – DEC 9
2031	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 11 – JAN 31
2032	Mercury ☿	Capricorn ♑	JAN 6 – JAN 24 / DEC 29 – JAN 15

Mercury in Capricorn Celebrities

Taylor Swift – Born: Wednesday, December 13, 1989
Michelle Obama – Born: Friday, January 17, 1964
Brad Pitt – Born: Wednesday, December 18, 1963
Shakira – Born: Wednesday, February 2, 1977
V (entertainer) – Born: Saturday, December 30, 1995
Elvis Presley – Born: Tuesday, January 8, 1935
Billie Eilish – Born: Tuesday, December 18, 2001
David Bowie – Born: Wednesday, January 8, 1947
Timothée Chalamet – Born: Wednesday, December 27, 1995
Zayn Malik – Born: Tuesday, January 12, 1993
Jim Morrison – Born: Wednesday, December 8, 1943
Orlando Bloom – Born: Thursday, January 13, 1977
Joseph Stalin – Born: Wednesday, December 18, 1878
James Dean – Born: Sunday, February 8, 1931
Ellen DeGeneres – Born: Sunday, January 26, 1958
Bradley Cooper – Born: Sunday, January 5, 1975
Mel Gibson – Born: Tuesday, January 3, 1956
Jeff Bezos – Born: Sunday, January 12, 1964
Milla Jovovich – Born: Wednesday, December 17, 1975
Stephen Hawking – Born: Thursday, January 8, 1942
Aaliyah – Born: Tuesday, January 16, 1979
Vanessa Hudgens – Born: Wednesday, December 14, 1988
Nicolas Cage – Born: Tuesday, January 7, 1964
Liam Hemsworth – Born: Saturday, January 13, 1990

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