Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Shar2 Character
π§ (Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Shar2) represents the number five in cuneiform numeric notation.
U+12427
π§ is a cuneiform numeric sign associated with the value five. If you need a Unicode-ready character for cuneiform numeric text, this page provides copy and code-friendly options.
Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Shar2 Character Meaning
π§ is named βCuneiform Numeric Sign Five Shar2β and is used as a numeric sign with the value five. In cuneiform contexts, numeric signs appear in written counts and tally-like notations, often alongside other number signs and numerals for bookkeeping, inventories, or measured quantities. When you write or typeset historical-style numeric passages, using the correct Unicode character helps preserve the intended sign rather than substituting a generic β5β. The key idea for practical use is: this character corresponds to five in cuneiform numeric writing.
Common uses
- β’Adding a cuneiform βfiveβ sign to Unicode text for historical or educational writing
- β’Labeling counted quantities in a cuneiform-style document or caption
- β’Using it in fonts/specimen pages where cuneiform numeric signs are shown in sequence
- β’Typing a specific cuneiform numeral when β5β would be too generic
- β’Placing the sign into digital humanities notes, glosses, or transcription samples
Examples
π§ Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Shar2
- π§π§ items counted in the inventory list.
- π§The tablet indicates a total of π§.
- π§I transcribed the numeral as π§ exactly.
- π§Quantity marked: π§ units.
- π§In this sequence, five is shown by π§.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12427 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒐧 | |
| HTML Code | 𒐧 | |
| CSS | \12427 | |
| Decimal | 74791 |
How to type Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Shar2 Character (π§)
On Windows
In Word, type 12427 then press Alt + X. Or open the emoji picker with Windows key + period.
On Mac
Press Control + Command + Space to open Character Viewer and search for the character.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 12427, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy π§ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it β this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does π§ represent?
π§ is the cuneiform numeric sign βFive (Shar2)β, representing the value five.
How do I copy π§ reliably?
Copy the character directly from this page (βπ§β), or use the provided Unicode code point U+12427 in your editor.
What is the Unicode code point for π§?
π§ has the Unicode code point U+12427.
Can I use π§ with HTML or programming escapes?
Yes. The HTML entity is 𒐧, the CSS escape is \\12427, and the JavaScript escape is \\u{12427}.