Cuneiform Numeric Sign Two Gesh2 Character
π (U+12416) is the cuneiform numeric sign βtwo gesh2,β used in numeric writing and digital transcription.
U+12416
π is a cuneiform numeric sign with the Unicode name βCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN TWO GESH2.β If youβre documenting or designing with cuneiform numerals, this page helps you copy it reliably. Youβll also find practical encoding formats for developers.
Cuneiform Numeric Sign Two Gesh2 Character Meaning
π (U+12416) is identified in Unicode as the βCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN TWO GESH2.β As a numeric sign, it represents the value two in cuneiform numeric notation as used in written records and scholarly transcription. The βgesh2β part is part of the signβs established Unicode naming, which helps distinguish this sign from other similar cuneiform numerals or variants. In practice, youβll encounter π when working on digitized texts, lexicons, academic notes, museum labels, or UI content that needs faithful cuneiform numeral rendering.
Common uses
- β’Copy/paste cuneiform numerals into documents or drafts that require Unicode characters
- β’Digital transcription in research notes, glossaries, and catalog records
- β’UI and typography testing for fonts that support cuneiform characters
- β’Educational content (worksheets, slides, or web posts) about cuneiform numeral signs
- β’Developer usage where you need a reliable character reference via Unicode, HTML, CSS, or JavaScript escapes
Examples
π Cuneiform Numeric Sign Two Gesh2
- πThe tablet lists quantities including π.
- πIn the transcription, βtwoβ is written as π.
- πAdd π to your sample text to check rendering.
- πUnicode U+12416 corresponds to the sign π.
- πThe glossary entry for the numeric sign shows π.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12416 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒐖 | |
| HTML Code | 𒐖 | |
| CSS | \12416 |
FAQ
What is the Unicode code point for π?
π is U+12416.
How can I copy π reliably?
Use the copy-ready character π on this page, or copy one of the encoding forms (HTML entity, CSS escape, or JavaScript escape) to ensure consistent input.
What are the HTML, CSS, and JavaScript encodings for this symbol?
HTML entity: 𒐖 ; CSS escape: \\12416 ; JavaScript escape: \\u{12416}.
What does the name βCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN TWO GESH2β indicate?
It is the Unicode-assigned name describing this cuneiform sign as a numeric sign representing two, with βgesh2β part of the signβs specific identifier in the Unicode naming scheme.