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Runic Letter Short-twig-bjarkan B Letter

ᛓ is the Runic Letter Short-Twig-Bjarkan B character (U+16D3) for runic text and symbol design.

U+16D3

ᛓ is a runic character identified in Unicode as “RUNIC LETTER SHORT-TWIG-BJARKAN B” (U+16D3). It’s mainly used when writing or styling text that uses runic letterforms. Below are copy options, code points, and practical ways to use it.

Runic Letter Short-twig-bjarkan B Letter Meaning

ᛓ is a Unicode-defined runic letter character with the name “RUNIC LETTER SHORT-TWIG-BJARKAN B” (U+16D3). Like many runic letters, it’s primarily a writing-symbol used to represent a specific rune/letterform in systems that model historical runic scripts. In everyday modern text, it typically serves a stylistic role: adding a runic look to names, titles, decorative badges, or game UI. Because the character is defined by Unicode rather than a widely universal modern meaning, it’s best treated as a specific letterform for transcription or design rather than a general-purpose symbol with a single common interpretation.

Common uses

  • •Transcribing or typesetting runic-letter text in Unicode
  • •Designing decorative headers, logos, or badges with a runic style
  • •Creating game UI labels, item names, or fantasy typography accents
  • •Adding authenticity to fictional texts that use runic alphabets
  • •Programming and templating where you need the exact Unicode character

Examples

ᛓ Runic Letter Short-Twig-Bjarkan B

  • ᛓᛓᛟᚾᛞᚱ
  • ᛓRunes: ᛓ U+16D3
  • ᛓᛓᚨᛚᚨᛞ
  • ᛓItem symbol: ᛓ
  • ᛓBanner text ᛓ

Variations

Technical codes

UnicodeU+16D3
HTML Entityᛓ
HTML Codeᛓ
CSS\16D3
Alt CodeAlt + 5843
Decimal5843

How to type Runic Letter Short-twig-bjarkan B Letter (ᛓ)

On Windows

Hold Alt and type 5843 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 16D3 then press Alt + X.

On Mac

Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 16D3. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.

On Linux

Press Control + Shift + U, type 16d3, then press Enter or Space.

Anywhere

Copy ᛓ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.

FAQ

What does the Runic Letter Short-twig-bjarkan B letter mean?

ᛓ is a Unicode-defined runic letter character with the name “RUNIC LETTER SHORT-TWIG-BJARKAN B” (U+16D3). Like many runic letters, it’s primarily a writing-symbol used to represent a specific rune/letterform in systems that model historical runic scripts. In everyday modern text, it typically serves a stylistic role: adding a runic look to names, titles, decorative badges, or game UI. Because the character is defined by Unicode rather than a widely universal modern meaning, it’s best treated as a specific letterform for transcription or design rather than a general-purpose symbol with a single common interpretation.

What is the Unicode code point for ᛓ?

ᛓ is U+16D3.

How can I copy ᛓ into my text?

Copy the character directly from this page (ᛓ) and paste it into your document or editor.

How do I use ᛓ in HTML?

Use the HTML entity: ᛓ

How do I represent ᛓ in JavaScript?

Use: "\u{16D3}"