Ogham Letter Coll Letter
ᚉ is the Ogham letter Coll (Unicode U+1689), used as a character in the Ogham script.
U+1689
ᚉ is known as the Ogham Letter Coll. It’s a single character from the Ogham writing system. Use it in design, digital text, or craft projects where you need the exact Unicode character.
Ogham Letter Coll Letter Meaning
ᚉ (Ogham Letter Coll) is part of the Ogham script. In Ogham letter sets, “Coll” is commonly associated with a /k/ (or “c”/“k” like) sound value in transliterations. People also use the letter more broadly as a visual motif—especially in typographic work and themed designs—because Ogham characters are recognizable and look distinctly like alphabetic runes. When you’re writing actual Ogham, the symbol’s role is determined by the spelling system you’re using; when you’re using it decoratively, it typically functions simply as an emblematic letterform.
Common uses
- •Copy/paste into a Unicode text document to include the Ogham Letter Coll character
- •Typography and graphic design elements (posters, headers, ornamental borders)
- •Naming or labeling projects that use Ogham-inspired lettering
- •Digital crafts such as stickers, decals, or printable templates
- •Developer use as a Unicode character in HTML, CSS, or JavaScript
Examples
ᚉ Ogham Letter Coll
- ᚉOgham: ᚉ
- ᚉColl: ᚉ
- ᚉStencil text: ᚉ ᚁ ᚂ
- ᚉHeader accent: ᚉ — coll
- ᚉUnicode check: U+1689 = ᚉ
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+1689 | |
| HTML Entity | ᚉ | |
| HTML Code | ᚉ | |
| CSS | \1689 |
FAQ
What does the Ogham Letter Coll letter mean?
ᚉ (Ogham Letter Coll) is part of the Ogham script. In Ogham letter sets, “Coll” is commonly associated with a /k/ (or “c”/“k” like) sound value in transliterations. People also use the letter more broadly as a visual motif—especially in typographic work and themed designs—because Ogham characters are recognizable and look distinctly like alphabetic runes. When you’re writing actual Ogham, the symbol’s role is determined by the spelling system you’re using; when you’re using it decoratively, it typically functions simply as an emblematic letterform.
What is the Unicode value for ᚉ?
ᚉ is Unicode U+1689 (Unicode name: OGHAM LETTER COLL).
How do I copy ᚉ for use in HTML?
You can paste the character directly, or use the HTML entity ᚉ.
How do I write ᚉ in CSS or JavaScript?
CSS escape: \\1689. JavaScript escape: \\u{1689}.
Does ᚉ always display correctly on every device?
Not always—display depends on whether the font supports the Ogham character U+1689.