Cuneiform Numeric Sign Two Sharu Character
π (U+1242D) is the cuneiform numeric sign for βtwo sharuβ.
U+1242D
π is a cuneiform numeric sign used for representing the value βtwoβ in the sharu context. Itβs commonly needed in historical text mockups, font or Unicode testing, and scholarly transcription work.
Cuneiform Numeric Sign Two Sharu Character Meaning
π is identified by its Unicode name as the βCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN TWO SHARUβ (U+1242D). As a numeric sign, it represents the quantity βtwoβ as specified by the sharu designation in cuneiform numbering. In practice, youβll see it used when transcribing cuneiform numerals, preparing typography examples, labeling figures or catalog entries, or embedding the character into documents and web content. Because itβs a Unicode character, it can also be useful for testing rendering and copy/paste behavior across systems and fonts that support this block of cuneiform.
Common uses
- β’Adding βtwoβ as a cuneiform numeral in digital transcriptions
- β’Typography and Unicode font testing (rendering/normalization checks)
- β’Creating educational worksheets or study materials for cuneiform numerals
- β’Labeling artifacts, inscriptions, or table entries in research-style layouts
- β’Embedding the character in web pages and social posts that discuss cuneiform numbers
Examples
π Cuneiform Numeric Sign Two Sharu
- ππ
- πThe numeral for two is written as π.
- πIn this table, β2 (sharu)β corresponds to π.
- πTranscription preview: π π
- πUnicode test character: π (U+1242D).
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+1242D | |
| HTML Entity | 𒐭 | |
| HTML Code | 𒐭 | |
| CSS | \1242D | |
| Decimal | 74797 |
How to type Cuneiform Numeric Sign Two Sharu Character (π)
On Windows
In Word, type 1242D 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 1242d, 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 is the Unicode code point for π?
π is Unicode U+1242D.
How can I copy π into HTML?
Use the provided HTML entity: 𒐭.
What CSS escape works for π?
Use CSS escape \\1242D.
What does this symbol represent?
Itβs the cuneiform numeric sign for βtwo sharu,β representing the value βtwoβ in that numeral context.