Cuneiform Sign Shen Character
πΏ is the Unicode Cuneiform Sign SHEN (U+122BF) used to represent a specific cuneiform character.
U+122BF
πΏ is known in Unicode as the Cuneiform Sign SHEN. If you need to include this exact character in text, web pages, or design files, you can copy it directly or use its Unicode escapes.
Cuneiform Sign Shen Character Meaning
πΏ is the Unicode character named βCUNEIFORM SIGN SHENβ with code point U+122BF. As a cuneiform sign, it represents a specific written symbol within cuneiform writing systems. Its exact interpretation depends on the language, manuscript, and scholarly context, so itβs best treated as a character identifier when working with transliterations, epigraphic catalogs, or typographic text. For practical use, the main concern is using the correct character (U+122BF) rather than a visually similar glyph from other fonts.
Common uses
- β’Publishing digital editions that reference cuneiform sign lists
- β’Adding the sign to academic or archival notes using exact Unicode characters
- β’Building searchable datasets for epigraphy/transliteration workflows
- β’Designing posters, overlays, or captions that include cuneiform text
- β’Testing font coverage and rendering for Cuneiform Unicode characters
Examples
πΏ Cuneiform Sign SHEN
- πΏπΏ (U+122BF) appears in the sign list as SHEN.
- πΏIn the dataset, the entry for the SHEN sign uses πΏ exactly.
- πΏPlease insert πΏ in the caption for the cuneiform plate.
- πΏThe web page displays πΏ using the provided Unicode escape.
- πΏFont preview: does πΏ render correctly at your target size?
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+122BF | |
| HTML Entity | 𒊿 | |
| HTML Code | 𒊿 | |
| CSS | \122BF | |
| Decimal | 74431 |
How to type Cuneiform Sign Shen Character (πΏ)
On Windows
In Word, type 122BF 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 122bf, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy πΏ 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 the Cuneiform Sign Shen character mean?
πΏ is the Unicode character named βCUNEIFORM SIGN SHENβ with code point U+122BF. As a cuneiform sign, it represents a specific written symbol within cuneiform writing systems. Its exact interpretation depends on the language, manuscript, and scholarly context, so itβs best treated as a character identifier when working with transliterations, epigraphic catalogs, or typographic text. For practical use, the main concern is using the correct character (U+122BF) rather than a visually similar glyph from other fonts.
What is the Unicode code point for πΏ?
πΏ is U+122BF (Unicode name: CUNEIFORM SIGN SHEN).
How can I copy πΏ into HTML?
You can use the HTML entity: 𒊿.
What escape can I use in JavaScript?
Use: \\u{122BF}.
Will πΏ always look the same across devices?
No. The glyph shape can vary by font and rendering support, but the underlying character is the same (U+122BF).