Cuneiform Sign Shid Character
π is the Cuneiform Sign SHID, encoded at Unicode U+122C3 for digital text and fonts.
U+122C3
This page is for the cuneiform character π, known in Unicode as the Cuneiform Sign SHID. Youβll find practical ways to copy it, plus the official code details you can use in software and web text.
Cuneiform Sign Shid Character Meaning
π (Unicode name: CUNEIFORM SIGN SHID, U+122C3) is a cuneiform character used in writing systems represented in Unicode. In practice, itβs most often used when transcribing cuneiform texts, labeling or illustrating historical/linguistic materials, or adding a specific signed character to a digital font or typographic study. Because cuneiform signs can have values and interpretations that depend on the surrounding text and language, the most reliable approach is to treat it as a distinct sign glyph: match it to the context in your source material and confirm the reading with a transcription or reference relevant to your document or dataset.
Common uses
- β’Copy/paste for cuneiform transcription in notes, documents, or study materials
- β’Typography and font testing to verify glyph rendering for U+122C3
- β’Creating educational graphics or worksheet headings for cuneiform writing practice
- β’Using Unicode-based text in digital humanities projects that catalog sign lists
- β’Embedding the character in web or app content when targeting Unicode-capable platforms
Examples
π Cuneiform Sign SHID
- πU+122C3: π
- πCuneiform Sign SHID: π
- πSign list entry π (SHID)
- πGlyph check: π renders correctly?
- πTranscription includes π in line 3
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+122C3 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒋃 | |
| HTML Code | 𒋃 | |
| CSS | \122C3 |
FAQ
What does the Cuneiform Sign Shid character mean?
π (Unicode name: CUNEIFORM SIGN SHID, U+122C3) is a cuneiform character used in writing systems represented in Unicode. In practice, itβs most often used when transcribing cuneiform texts, labeling or illustrating historical/linguistic materials, or adding a specific signed character to a digital font or typographic study. Because cuneiform signs can have values and interpretations that depend on the surrounding text and language, the most reliable approach is to treat it as a distinct sign glyph: match it to the context in your source material and confirm the reading with a transcription or reference relevant to your document or dataset.
What Unicode character is π?
π is the CUNEIFORM SIGN SHID, with Unicode codepoint U+122C3.
How can I copy π in HTML?
Use the HTML entity 𒋃 (as provided for this character).
What escape sequences can I use in code?
CSS escape: \\122C3. JavaScript (Unicode escape): \\u{122C3}.
Will π display on all devices?
It should display only when the system font supports this cuneiform glyph; Unicode support is required, and font availability determines whether the symbol appears.