Linear B Ideogram Vessel B200 Character
π is the Linear B ideogram VESSEL B200, encoded at U+100DF.
U+100DF
π is a character from the Linear B writing system. Its official Unicode designation is LINEAR B IDEOGRAM VESSEL B200. Use it when you need a precise, encoded glyph for epigraphic or research-related text.
Linear B Ideogram Vessel B200 Character Meaning
π (Unicode U+100DF) is named LINEAR B IDEOGRAM VESSEL B200. Linear B ideograms are logographic signs used to represent categories of objects in Mycenaean Greek administrative and record contexts. This particular sign is categorized as an ideogram for a vessel (B200 series). In practice, the symbol is most useful for accurately reproducing or labeling Linear B materialβsuch as transcription, cataloging, and educational examplesβwhere fidelity to the specific Unicode character matters. If your font or platform lacks Linear B support, the character may not display correctly even though it is valid Unicode.
Common uses
- β’Academic notes or captions when referring to Linear B vessel ideograms
- β’Digitizing or proofreading transcriptions of Linear B sign lists
- β’Building labeled datasets for epigraphy or digital humanities resources
- β’Creating educational materials that require the exact Unicode character
- β’UI text, posts, or metadata fields that must include Linear B ideogram glyphs
Examples
π Linear B Ideogram Vessel B200
- πLinear B vessel sign: π
- πSign entry (B200): π
- πUse the ideogram vessel category: π
- πUnicode character reference for π (U+100DF)
- πCatalog item includes π in the sign description
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+100DF | |
| HTML Entity | 𐃟 | |
| HTML Code | 𐃟 | |
| CSS | \100DF | |
| Decimal | 65759 |
How to type Linear B Ideogram Vessel B200 Character (π)
On Windows
In Word, type 100DF 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 100df, 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 U+100DF.
How do I type or insert this character in code?
In JavaScript you can use \\u{100DF}. In CSS you can use \\100DF. The HTML entity is 𐃟.
Why doesnβt π always display on my device?
Some fonts and systems donβt include Linear B glyph support. The character is valid Unicode, but your installed font may not render it.
What does the name LINEAR B IDEOGRAM VESSEL B200 indicate?
It identifies the character as a Linear B ideogram for a vessel, specifically in the B200 designation group.