Cuneiform Numeric Sign Eight Ash Character
π (U+12406) is the Unicode cuneiform numeric sign for eight ash.
U+12406
π is a Unicode cuneiform character identified as the numeric sign eight ash. Itβs commonly used when representing cuneiform numerals or transcriptions in digital text. You can copy it directly or insert it via Unicode, HTML, CSS, or JavaScript escapes.
Cuneiform Numeric Sign Eight Ash Character Meaning
The character π is named βCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN EIGHT ASHβ and has Unicode codepoint U+12406. As a cuneiform numeric sign, it represents the value associated with βeight ashβ in cuneiform numeral conventions. In practice, people use it for digital epigraphy work, transliteration-friendly writing, cataloging, and datasets where specific cuneiform signs must be distinguished precisely. When composing text, choose fonts that support the Cuneiform block to ensure the glyph displays correctly. In code, you can reliably insert the character using the Unicode escape sequence \\u{12406} (JavaScript) or \\12406 (CSS).
Common uses
- β’Digital epigraphy and manuscript transcription requiring the exact βeight ashβ cuneiform numeral sign
- β’Cataloging or labeling artifacts and inscriptions with standardized Unicode characters
- β’Creating educational content or reference material about cuneiform numerals
- β’Building searchable datasets where sign-level accuracy matters (e.g., OCR post-correction)
- β’Typography and layout mockups that include cuneiform numeric signs
Examples
π Cuneiform Numeric Sign Eight Ash
- πU+12406: π
- πCuneiform numeric sign (eight ash): π
- πIn the transliteration, the value eight is marked by π.
- πCatalog entry uses π to denote eight ash.
- πFont test: render π at different sizes.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12406 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒐆 | |
| HTML Code | 𒐆 | |
| CSS | \12406 |
FAQ
What does the Cuneiform Numeric Sign Eight Ash character mean?
The character π is named βCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN EIGHT ASHβ and has Unicode codepoint U+12406. As a cuneiform numeric sign, it represents the value associated with βeight ashβ in cuneiform numeral conventions. In practice, people use it for digital epigraphy work, transliteration-friendly writing, cataloging, and datasets where specific cuneiform signs must be distinguished precisely. When composing text, choose fonts that support the Cuneiform block to ensure the glyph displays correctly. In code, you can reliably insert the character using the Unicode escape sequence \\u{12406} (JavaScript) or \\12406 (CSS).
What Unicode character is π?
π is the cuneiform numeric sign βEight Ashβ with Unicode codepoint U+12406.
How do I copy π into HTML?
Use the HTML entity: 𒐆.
How do I type π using JavaScript?
Use the escape sequence: \\u{12406}.
Why doesnβt π show correctly on my device?
It requires a font that supports the Cuneiform Unicode block; try switching to a compatible Unicode font.