U+2696 "⚖" Scales Unicode Character

U+2696 "⚖" Scales is a pictographic representation of a traditional balance scale, symbolizing justice, fairness, law, and balance. It is officially named "Scales" and belongs to the Miscellaneous Symbols block, where it is commonly used in digital contexts to represent legal professions, courtrooms, or the concept of weighing options or arguments. Its design typically features a horizontal beam supported by a central pivot with two hanging pans, evoking the imagery of Libra from the zodiac or the emblem of the judiciary.