What is the Unicode value and official name for the ☬ symbol?

U+262C (hex 262C, decimal 9772). Unicode names it Farsi symbol; it is in the Miscellaneous Symbols block (U+2600–U+26FF). Many typography and cultural guides also refer to this glyph as Adi Shakti in headings and examples.

Why is there no named HTML entity for U+262C?

Named entities cover a limited set of characters. Symbols in the Miscellaneous Symbols range are normally written with hex or decimal numeric references.

HTML Entity for Adi Shakti (☬)

Q: How do I display the Adi Shakti symbol (☬) in HTML?

Use ☬ (hex), ☬ (decimal), or \262C in CSS content. All produce ☬ (Unicode U+262C). There is no standard named HTML entity for this character.

Q: When should I use the ☬ symbol in HTML?

When your content or design system needs this exact Miscellaneous Symbols glyph: spiritual or cultural pages, wellness apps, typography samples, or Unicode reference material. Use respectful context and explain meaning for readers when the symbol carries religious or cultural weight.

Q: What’s the difference between HTML code and CSS entity for U+262C?

HTML numeric references (☬ or ☬) go in markup; the CSS escape \262C is used in stylesheets, typically in the content property of ::before/::after. Both render ☬.

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⏱️ 5 min read

📚 Updated: May 2026

🎯 1 Code Example

Unicode U+262C

What You'll Learn

How to display the ☬ glyph in HTML using numeric character references. Unicode assigns this code point the official name Farsi symbol (U+262C); many spiritual, cultural, and typography resources also call it Adi Shakti in titles and examples, so we use that familiar label here while keeping the codes accurate.

The character lives in the Miscellaneous Symbols block (U+2600–U+26FF). There is no named HTML entity for ☬, so you use ☬ or ☬ in markup, or \262C in CSS content on pseudo-elements.

⚡ Quick Reference — Adi Shakti Entity

Unicode U+262C

Miscellaneous Symbols block

Hex Code ☬

Hexadecimal reference

HTML Code ☬

Decimal reference

CSS Code \262C

Use in CSS content

Reference Table

Name           Value
────────────   ──────────
Unicode        U+262C
Hex code       &#x262C;
HTML code      &#9772;
Named entity   (none)
CSS code       \262C

Complete HTML Example

This example shows the ☬ symbol using hexadecimal code, decimal HTML code, and a CSS content escape on a pseudo-element:

html

<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
<head>
 <style>
  #point:after{
   content: "\262C";
  }
 </style>
</head>
<body>

<p>Adi Shakti using Hexa Decimal: &#x262C;</p>
<p>Adi Shakti using HTML Code: &#9772;</p>
<p id="point">Adi Shakti using CSS Entity: </p>

</body>
</html>

Try It Yourself

🌐 Browser Support

Numeric references for U+262C are supported in all modern browsers. Final appearance depends on font coverage for the Miscellaneous Symbols block:

Chrome 1+

Firefox 1+

Safari 1+

Edge 12+

Opera 4+

Android 4.4+

iOS Safari 1+

👀 Live Preview

See the ☬ glyph rendered in typical contexts:

Inline text Welcome — peace ☬ mindfulness (decorative inline use).

Large glyph ☬

Section marker Chapter title: Journey ☬ Day One

Monospace SYM-U+262C-TEST

Font note If the primary font lacks U+262C, the browser substitutes from a fallback stack that includes Miscellaneous Symbols.

🧠 How It Works

Hexadecimal Code

☬ references Unicode 262C in hexadecimal. The x prefix marks a hex numeric character reference.

HTML markup

Decimal HTML Code

☬ is the decimal code point 9772 for the same character—often used when authors think in decimal Unicode values.

HTML markup

CSS Entity (Escape)

\262C is the CSS escape (four hex digits) used in content on ::before / ::after to emit ☬ without placing the raw character in HTML.

CSS stylesheet

Same visual result

All methods render ☬. Unicode is U+262C (Miscellaneous Symbols, U+2600–U+26FF). Official name: Farsi symbol. There is no standard named HTML entity; stick to numeric references or CSS escapes.

✅

Use Cases

The ☬ glyph (U+262C) fits these kinds of content when a single Miscellaneous Symbol is appropriate:

🙏 Spiritual & Wellness Sites

Meditation hubs, devotional blogs, and mindful design where a compact symbolic glyph is part of the visual language.

📚 Cultural & Heritage Pages

Community and education sites explaining symbols alongside respectful context and captions.

🌐 Multilingual Layouts

UTF-8 pages that mix Latin script with occasional symbolic punctuation from the U+26xx range.

📝 Apps & Notifications

Short labels or decorative markers in wellness or calendar UIs (always pair with text for critical actions).

📋 Typography & Font Demos

Specimens showing Miscellaneous Symbols coverage and fallback behavior.

💻 Unicode Reference Material

Developer docs that list code points with live renders for U+262C.

🎨 Brand & Print Parity

Matching a printed brochure or legacy PDF that already uses this exact character.

💡 Best Practices

Do

Use UTF-8 and one numeric style (hex or decimal) consistently
Add visible text or captions when the symbol carries cultural or spiritual meaning
Prefer ☬ or ☬ when generating HTML from code
Test body and heading fonts for U+262C coverage and fallback quality
Use \262C only in CSS content, not inside HTML text nodes

Don’t

Assume every custom webfont includes U+262C
Use the glyph alone as the only label for a critical UI action
Mix hex and decimal references at random in one template
Paste CSS escapes into HTML markup (they belong in stylesheets)
Present the symbol without context in sensitive religious or cultural settings

Key Takeaways

Two HTML numeric references render ☬

☬ ☬

In CSS, use the escape in content on pseudo-elements

\262C

Unicode U+262C (official name: Farsi symbol) in Miscellaneous Symbols

There is no named HTML entity for this character—use numeric references

Pair ☬ with explanatory text so readers and assistive technology understand intent

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How do I display the Adi Shakti symbol (☬) in HTML?

Use ☬ (hex), ☬ (decimal), or \262C in CSS content. All produce ☬. There is no standard named entity.

What is the Unicode value and official name for ☬?

U+262C (hex 262C, decimal 9772). Unicode’s official name is Farsi symbol; it is in the Miscellaneous Symbols block. Many guides use the label Adi Shakti in headings for the same glyph.

When should I use the ☬ symbol in HTML?

When your design or copy explicitly needs this Miscellaneous Symbols character—spiritual or cultural pages, wellness apps, typography demos, or Unicode documentation—and you can supply appropriate context for your audience.

What’s the difference between HTML code and CSS entity for ☬?

HTML numeric references (☬ or ☬) go in markup. The CSS escape \262C belongs in stylesheets, usually in the content property of ::before or ::after. Same glyph, different layers.

Why is there no named HTML entity for this symbol?

Named entities cover a limited set of characters. Symbols in the U+26xx Miscellaneous Symbols range are normally written with hex or decimal numeric references.

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