0x20A1

0x20A1 is the hexadecimal notation for the Unicode code point U+20A1, a character placed in the Currency Symbols block of the Unicode standard. The official Unicode name for this code point is typically listed as "Colon Sign." Its usage in modern text is limited, and it is mainly of historical or typographic interest rather than representing an active currency.

In the broader context, U+20A0 through U+20CF comprise currency-related symbols, including more widely used signs such as the won, shekel, and other historic or regional symbols. U+20A1 is not among the commonly encountered symbols in everyday writing, and many fonts do not render it as a distinct currency glyph.

Technical details that are commonly referenced include its encoding and representation. U+20A1 is encoded in UTF-8 as the three-byte sequence E2 82 A1. Its decimal value is 8353. In HTML, it can be represented with the numeric character reference ₡ or ₡.

Rendering and support vary by font and platform. Some typefaces render the character as a colon-like glyph rather than a dedicated currency symbol, which can affect its legibility and meaning in modern text. When compatibility is important, such as in web pages or documents intended for broad audiences, using more common currency symbols is generally preferred.

See also: Unicode Currency Symbols block (U+20A0–U+20CF); the broader Unicode standard and its character encoding schemes. References: Unicode Consortium resources on currency symbols and code charts.