Born on 17 July, 1973 (Tuesday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Cancer

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Capricorn

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
52 years, 1 month, 28 days

Your next birthday is 305 days away.

Life Path Number
8

Numerology

Day of the Week
Tuesday

198th day of the year 1973.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Ox (牛)
Roman Numerals
XVII-VII-MCMLXXIII

LII years old

Timings
Sunrise: 04:01 Sunset: 20:11

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on July 17, 1973

Born on July 17, 1973 : At 52, you’re a practical leader — loyal in partnership, hungry for results, and built to turn pressure into profit.

  • Life Path 8: you seek authority, financial security and impact.
  • Partnership-first style: Sun, Mercury and Venus fall into the relationship sector (7th from the Moon) — your identity and voice meet through others.
  • Emotionally amplified: Jupiter conjunct the Moon gives warmth, optimism and occasional emotional excess.
  • Practical push: Mars in the 3rd and Saturn in the 6th point to direct speech, busy hands, service duties, and health lessons.

You’ve lived through change and learned to make steady moves. Imagine yourself as the manager of a small fleet: you know which ship to send, when to refuel, and when to dock for repairs. That practical instinct—combined with a hunger for recognition—keeps you moving. Pay attention when major planetary cycles (especially Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus or Pluto transits) turn those instincts into big opportunities or tests.

Personality : Stubborn Stability

You come across as steady and stubborn in equal measure. You prefer clear plans and exact results; you value dependability in yourself and others. At times you’ll be warm and generous—thanks to Jupiter by the Moon—yet you can also shut down when someone is petty or spiteful. Think of yourself as a lighthouse: steady, slow to change, but bright when weather hits. Watch how transits to Jupiter and Saturn sharpen both your generosity and your boundaries.

Talent and Abilities : Strategic Communicator

You combine business instinct with communicative skill. Life Path 8 gives you a head for finance and leadership; Mercury and Venus near the relational zone point to diplomacy, writing, or negotiation as natural strengths. Mars in the 3rd house makes your speech quick and direct; you can move projects forward by a few decisive sentences. Unconsciously, you seek roles that let you manage resources and relationships—think project lead, negotiator, or small-business owner. Transits of Jupiter and Uranus can expand these doors suddenly.

Blind Spots : Arrogant Procrastinator

You can be reliable and yet slip into arrogance or procrastination when bored or under stress. Your stubborn streak sometimes becomes rigidity: you know how things should be and resist other methods. Emotionally, Jupiter-Moon generosity can lead you to overpromise. Socially, you may push away reserved people and attract energetic types, creating friction. Saturn’s lessons in the 6th house force you to face habits; when Saturn or Mars make hard aspects expect practical consequences and growth.

Karmic Lessons : Duty Over Comfort

Your chart points to karmic ties around service, work and authority. Saturn in the 6th and the Moon’s South Node there suggest past patterns of serving or overworking. You’re learning to balance duty with self-care. Rahu in the 12th hints at hidden desires or foreign connections that pull you out of comfort zones. Think of this as a long apprenticeship: the more you master discipline now, the more power and freedom you earn later—especially during Saturn returns or Jupiter cycles.

Family and Environment : Rooted, Tested Parents

Family themes include practical trades, transport or finance and strong maternal influence. Early life may have had challenges—conflict or instability at home—but you also had access to schooling and support. Fathers often show sudden shifts or public roles; mothers are hardworking and pivotal to your prosperity. Lineage often keeps assets like property and vehicles. Expect family help during crises, and be aware that mother-in-law friction or inheritance issues can surface when Saturn or Pluto transits key points.

Health and Habits : Work-Body Tension

With Saturn in the 6th and a South Node there, routine and health are central lessons. You may face recurring issues like back tension (noted in many similar charts at L3–L4) or injuries from busy, active days—Mars in the 3rd supports a rapid pace and occasional accidents. You sleep deeply at times; watch over-rest as avoidance. Small, consistent habits—posture work, regular check-ups and physical therapy—pay long-term dividends, especially when Saturn asks for discipline.

Education and Student Life : Capable but Distracted

You likely had access to good schooling but faced home distractions or conflicts that made focus uneven. You perform well when tasks connect to real-world goals—prizes or practical skills suit you. You may enjoy sports or extracurriculars that channel energy. Communication skills improved over time; later learning or languages can open careers. Expect educational opportunities to reappear in mid-life, often tied to travel or relocation when Uranus or Pluto activate your 9th house.

Work, Money and Career : Earn by Managing Value

Life Path 8 and your planetary layout favor business, management, finance, or roles that combine communication with authority—contracts, publishing, or government work are possible. You often build wealth after a struggle; multiple income streams and property are common. Careers in weddings/communication, technical trades or medicine also fit depending on skills. Successful moves often follow relocation or cycles of Jupiter/Pluto; plan for them and protect your assets during unpredictable transits.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Partnership as Mirror

Your love life is front and center. With Sun, Mercury and Venus in the partnership sector relative to the Moon, you meet yourself in other people. You’re drawn to energetic, independent partners who match your drive. Jupiter with the Moon makes you affectionate and generous, sometimes over-investing emotionally. Mars in the 3rd adds flirtatious energy and rapid connections—so early chemistry can be intense but needs grounding.

If you’re male: your wife may be clever, active and perhaps involved in travel, hospitality, or healing professions; she might have a strong public presence or move often. If you’re female: your husband may come from a business, investigative or public-service background and could be tied to family support. Expect periods of intense closeness and testing—multiple relationships or love that challenges independence are possible. Honor the partnership by listening first; when Venus or Mars transit the relationship points, events speed up and demand choices.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Control vs. Flexibility

Be blunt: your stubbornness can turn into stubborn ruin if you don’t adapt. Arrogance and procrastination undercut potential gains. You may attract trouble through risky moves or neglecting health. Relationship codependency or an urge to “fix” partners will backfire. Financial success comes after hard lessons; ignore discipline and you’ll face repeated setbacks. Treat each challenge as data: adjust fast, or the cycle will repeat—often intensified by Saturn or Pluto transits.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

  • Set 90‑day money and health plans; track them weekly to beat procrastination.
  • Use negotiation scripts for conversations—prepare words, then listen.
  • Daily 10‑minute grounding (breath + simple back stretches) to protect your spine.
  • When Jupiter, Saturn or Uranus activate relationship points, pause major choices for 30 days.
  • Hire an accountant or advisor for long-term investments; think in property and multiple income streams.

Yearly Predictions

In the year 2025, as the cosmic forces align, you will embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and personal growth. This will be a period of immense opportunities and challenges, but with your determination and resilience, you will navigate through them gracefully. The sub-cycle of Mars, extending from December 2024 to February 2026, will activate your third house, the realm of communication and mental pursuits. This celestial alignment will bring about a surge of creativity and intellectual curiosity. Embrace this energy to delve into new areas of learning, explore different perspectives, and engage in meaningful conversations. This is an...

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What happened on July 17, 1973

  • King Mohammed Zahir Shah of Afghanistan was deposed by his cousin Mohammed Daoud Khan, marking a significant political shift in the country.

July 17, 1973 Facts

What is my generation?

The person with birth year 1973 belongs to the Generation X group.

When am I eligible to vote, open a bank account, buy a simcard and open a bank account? (Age of Majority)

  • United States: July 17, 1991
  • India: July 17, 1991
  • Philippines: July 17, 1991
  • United Kingdom: July 17, 1991
  • Canada: July 17, 1991
According to data from the ACE Electoral Knowledge Network, 205 countries and territories have a minimum voting age of 18 for national elections out of 237 countries and territories the organisation has data on as of October 2020. Some countries may issue additional requirements for voting eligibility from time to time.

When am I eligible to get a driving license?

Learner's Permit (Under supervision)

  • United States: July 17, 1988
  • India: July 17, 1989
  • Philippines: July 17, 1989
  • United Kingdom: July 17, 1990
  • Canada: July 17, 1989

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: July 17, 1989
  • India: July 17, 1991
  • Philippines: July 17, 1991
  • United Kingdom: July 17, 1990
  • Canada: July 17, 1989

Full Driving License

  • United States: July 17, 1991
  • India: July 17, 1993
  • Philippines: July 17, 1991
  • United Kingdom: July 17, 1994
  • Canada: July 17, 1991

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: July 17, 1989
  • India: July 17, 1991
  • Philippines: July 17, 1989
  • United Kingdom: July 17, 1989
  • Canada: July 17, 1989
Disclaimer: This is not legal advise. Age of consent is a complex legal system which can vary depending on individual situation and circumstances. In the United States, as of April 2021, of the total fifty U.S. states, approximately thirty have an age of consent of 16 (with this being the most common age of consent in the country), some set the age of consent at 17, and in about eleven states the age is 18.

When can I marry without parental consent?

  • United States: July 17, 1991
  • India: July 17, 1994
  • Philippines: July 17, 1991
  • United Kingdom: July 17, 1991
  • Canada: July 17, 1991

When do I reach legal age of drinking (consuming alcohol)?

  • United States: July 17, 1994
  • India: July 17, 1994
  • Philippines: July 17, 1991
  • United Kingdom: July 17, 1991
  • Canada: July 17, 1992

When do I reach legal age of smoking (consuming tobacco)?

  • India: July 17, 1991
  • Canada: July 17, 1992
  • United States: July 17, 1994
  • Philippines: July 17, 1994
  • United Kingdom: July 17, 1991

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

August 17, 2019

Yes, you can become a millionaire by saving small and investing. Believe in yourself and it's never too late to start.

Please note, this calculation assumes $100 monthly savings into US stocks with ARR 7% and that the monthly savings double every 10 years from the starting date. The actual outcome might vary based on additional factors not considered in this simple calculation, such as taxes, fees, changes in contribution, or more complex compounding scenarios.

Your next birthday

  • July 17, 2026 is on a Friday.
  • Your next birthday is 305 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for July 17, 1973

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on July 17, 2025 Secondary Progressions for July 17, 2025
Sun 24 Cancer 32 24 Cancer 57 14 Virgo 29
Moon 14 Aquarius 21 14 Aries 58 13 Capricorn 7
Mercury 29 Cancer 23 15 Leo 32 18 Virgo 33
Venus 20 Leo 32 14 Gemini 6 22 Libra 49
Mars 16 Aries 26 17 Virgo 21 8 Taurus 7
Jupiter 8 Aquarius 40 8 Cancer 30 2 Aquarius 49
Saturn 28 Gemini 27 1 Aries 48 3 Cancer 37
Uranus 19 Libra 9 0 Gemini 26 21 Libra 6
Neptune 4 Sagittarius 53 2 Aries 7 4 Sagittarius 46
Pluto 2 Libra 0 2 Aquarius 46 3 Libra 31
Rahu 6 Capricorn 48 21 Pisces 2 4 Capricorn 2
Ketu 6 Cancer 48 21 Virgo 2 4 Cancer 2

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