0x262A

0x262A is the hexadecimal code point for the Unicode character STAR AND CRESCENT, designated in Unicode as U+262A. The glyph depicts a five‑pointed star positioned to the left of a crescent moon and is categorized within the Miscellaneous Symbols block. This symbol is used in digital text to represent the star-and-crescent motif in a single character.

Encoding and rendering details: U+262A can be encoded in HTML as ☪ or in decimal as ☪. In programming languages, it can be included via Unicode escapes or character literals, depending on the language. Rendering of the symbol depends on font support; some fonts include the glyph, while others may display a placeholder or missing glyph. On systems with limited font coverage, the character may not appear as intended.

Usage and context: The star-and-crescent arrangement has historical associations with various cultures and has become a recognizable symbol linked in popular culture and some historical contexts to Islam or the Muslim world. However, the symbol is not an official religious emblem and its interpretation varies by context and design. There are multiple variations of star-and-crescent imagery, and national flags or insignia that use similar motifs may arrange the elements differently.

See also: Crescent and star, Islamic symbolism, Unicode symbol blocks.

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