Linear B Ideogram B161 Character
π© is the Linear B Ideogram B161 character, encoded at U+100A9.
U+100A9
π© is a character from the Linear B script system used for writing Mycenaean Greek. This page helps you copy it reliably and find the correct Unicode and code points for web and app use.
Linear B Ideogram B161 Character Meaning
π© is named βLINEAR B IDEOGRAM B161β in Unicode and has the code point U+100A9 (HTML entity: 𐂩). As part of the Linear B set, it is an ideogram rather than a standard alphabetic letter. In practical terms for users, the important information is that it is a specific, named symbol that can be embedded in text, included in fonts that support Linear B, and referenced reliably via Unicode escapes. Its exact historical reading depends on scholarly context and editions of Linear B, but the symbol is primarily used when representing Linear B text faithfully in digital materials.
Common uses
- β’Linguistics and epigraphy projects that reproduce Linear B character inventories
- β’Scholarly drafts, labels, and character charts for Linear B ideograms
- β’Academic or museum-style digital exhibits using accurate Unicode characters
- β’Typography and font testing for the Linear B block
- β’Coding reference strings for Unicode/encoding demonstrations
Examples
π© Linear B Ideogram B161
- π©π©
- π©Linear B: π© (B161)
- π©Unicode U+100A9: π©
- π©Ideogram list entry: π©
- π©Test string: π©π©π©
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+100A9 | |
| HTML Entity | 𐂩 | |
| HTML Code | 𐂩 | |
| CSS | \100A9 | |
| Decimal | 65705 |
How to type Linear B Ideogram B161 Character (π©)
On Windows
In Word, type 100A9 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 100a9, 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 does the Linear B Ideogram B161 character mean?
π© is named βLINEAR B IDEOGRAM B161β in Unicode and has the code point U+100A9 (HTML entity: 𐂩). As part of the Linear B set, it is an ideogram rather than a standard alphabetic letter. In practical terms for users, the important information is that it is a specific, named symbol that can be embedded in text, included in fonts that support Linear B, and referenced reliably via Unicode escapes. Its exact historical reading depends on scholarly context and editions of Linear B, but the symbol is primarily used when representing Linear B text faithfully in digital materials.
What is the Unicode code point for π©?
π© is U+100A9 (Unicode name: LINEAR B IDEOGRAM B161).
How do I copy π© into HTML?
You can use the HTML entity 𐂩.
What escaping formats are available for developers?
CSS escape: \\100A9 and JavaScript escape: \\u{100A9}.
Why does π© sometimes show as a blank box?
Some fonts and environments donβt support the Linear B block. Use a font that includes U+100A9 and ensure your platform supports it.