Orb for Fixed Stars

UraSatVen1029

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Up until what orb do most astrologers consider for fixed stars? Does it depend on how bright the fixed star is? I just noticed that Spica is conjunct my MC but just within 2 degrees and Vega is conjunct my ascendant but still within 2 degrees or so. Your opinions would be helpful. I'd like to know how these fixed stars would affect these positions in my chart.

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dr. farr

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I base it upon magnitude:
Mag 1 stars = 3 degree orb
Mag 2, 3 stars = 2 degree orb
Mag 4, 5, 6 stars = 1 degree orb
Parallel of declination: generally a maximum of 1.5 degrees for the greater magnitude stars, possible even to 2 degrees for Mag 1's.
 
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