Cuneiform Numeric Sign Two Eshe3 Character
π (U+12459) is the Cuneiform numeric sign for two, named βTwo Eshe3.β
U+12459
π is a cuneiform character encoded in Unicode. It is specifically identified as the numeric sign βTwo Eshe3,β making it useful for text that references ancient numeral notation. Below youβll find copy/paste options and practical ways to use it.
Cuneiform Numeric Sign Two Eshe3 Character Meaning
π is the Unicode character βCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN TWO ESHE3β with codepoint U+12459. As its name suggests, it represents the number two in cuneiform numeric notation, using the βEshe3β sign variant as specified by the Unicode character naming. The character is mainly relevant for digital work that needs a faithful representation of cuneiform numeralsβsuch as scholarly transcription, typographic testing, or creating content where the exact sign identity matters. When using it in writing or datasets, prefer the actual Unicode character (U+12459) rather than approximations, so your text stays consistent across fonts and systems.
Common uses
- β’Copy/paste into Unicode cuneiform transcription documents and references
- β’Labeling or annotating manuscripts and numerals in educational materials
- β’Building datasets or spreadsheets that store cuneiform sign identities
- β’Using in typography and font-development test strings for U+12459
- β’Including in digital humanities writing where the βTwo Eshe3β variant is required
Examples
π Cuneiform Numeric Sign Two Eshe3
- πExample: π as the βtwoβ sign in a numeral line.
- πDataset entry: U+12459 = π (CUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN TWO ESHE3).
- πFont test: π π π displayed in a cuneiform numeral sample.
- πAnnotation: The numeral π indicates the value two.
- πTranscription note: Use π for βTwo Eshe3β in this section.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12459 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒑙 | |
| HTML Code | 𒑙 | |
| CSS | \12459 |
FAQ
What does the Cuneiform Numeric Sign Two Eshe3 character mean?
π is the Unicode character βCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN TWO ESHE3β with codepoint U+12459. As its name suggests, it represents the number two in cuneiform numeric notation, using the βEshe3β sign variant as specified by the Unicode character naming. The character is mainly relevant for digital work that needs a faithful representation of cuneiform numeralsβsuch as scholarly transcription, typographic testing, or creating content where the exact sign identity matters. When using it in writing or datasets, prefer the actual Unicode character (U+12459) rather than approximations, so your text stays consistent across fonts and systems.
What is the Unicode codepoint for π?
π is Unicode U+12459.
How do I type π in HTML?
You can use the entity 𒑙 or the hex form 𒑙.
What is the character name of π?
The Unicode name is βCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN TWO ESHE3.β
Is π just the number two in cuneiform?
Yesβit's the cuneiform numeric sign representing two, specifically the βTwo Eshe3β variant as defined by Unicode.