Cuneiform Numeric Sign Three Sharu Variant Form Character
A cuneiform numeric sign representing “three” in the Sharu variant form.
U+1242F
𒐯 (U+1242F) is a cuneiform numeric sign used to represent the number three in a specific variant form. It’s helpful for scholars, writers, and developers who need accurate Unicode text.
Cuneiform Numeric Sign Three Sharu Variant Form Character Meaning
𒐯 is titled “CUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN THREE SHARU VARIANT FORM” in Unicode (code point U+1242F). As a cuneiform numeric sign, it is meant to denote the numeral three, but in a particular “Sharu” variant form rather than a generic three-sign shape. In practice, this matters when you’re reproducing text faithfully (for example, in transcriptions, catalogs, digital editions, or typography) where a specific form is expected. When you copy the character, it will behave as a single Unicode symbol, so it can be used reliably in documents, UI text, and programming contexts that support this code point.
Common uses
- •Transcribing or labeling cuneiform numeric text that uses the Sharu variant for three
- •Creating typographic specimens or reference charts for Unicode cuneiform characters
- •Using in digital humanities projects where exact Unicode glyph forms are required
- •Adding accurate labels in educational materials about cuneiform numerals
- •Developers and designers including the symbol in UI text, sample strings, or documentation
Examples
𒐯 Cuneiform Numeric Sign Three Sharu Variant
- 𒐯𒐯
- 𒐯Score: 𒐯
- 𒐯Variant form: 𒐯
- 𒐯Cuneiform numeral three: 𒐯
- 𒐯Example string: A𒐯B
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+1242F | |
| HTML Entity | 𒐯 | |
| HTML Code | 𒐯 | |
| CSS | \1242F | |
| Decimal | 74799 |
How to type Cuneiform Numeric Sign Three Sharu Variant Form Character (𒐯)
On Windows
In Word, type 1242F 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 1242f, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy 𒐯 with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does the Cuneiform Numeric Sign Three Sharu Variant Form character mean?
𒐯 is titled “CUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN THREE SHARU VARIANT FORM” in Unicode (code point U+1242F). As a cuneiform numeric sign, it is meant to denote the numeral three, but in a particular “Sharu” variant form rather than a generic three-sign shape. In practice, this matters when you’re reproducing text faithfully (for example, in transcriptions, catalogs, digital editions, or typography) where a specific form is expected. When you copy the character, it will behave as a single Unicode symbol, so it can be used reliably in documents, UI text, and programming contexts that support this code point.
What is the Unicode code point for 𒐯?
𒐯 is Unicode U+1242F.
How can I copy 𒐯 into HTML?
Use the HTML entity: 𒐯.
Will 𒐯 display correctly in all fonts?
Not always. Correct display depends on whether the active font supports this cuneiform character.
What’s the correct JavaScript escape for 𒐯?
Use \\u{1242F}.