Coptic Epact Numbers Unicode Block

The Coptic Epact Numbers Unicode block is a collection of characters that represent numerals used in the Coptic language, which is historically associated with the Coptic Orthodox Church in Egypt. This numeric system has its roots in ancient Egyptian numerology and continued to be used in various religious and cultural contexts well into the development and spread of the Coptic alphabet. Introduced in Unicode version 7.0, the Coptic Epact Numbers block ranges from U+102E0 to U+102FF and includes a set of numerical symbols that extend the traditional alphabetic letters used in Coptic script for representing numbers. These symbols are essential for the preservation of texts that rely on the specific numeral system used by Coptic communities.

Designed to reflect a distinct numeric notation system, the Coptic Epact Numbers provide a unique insight into the cultural and historical documentation of the Coptic-speaking communities. They are primarily used for scholarly and liturgical purposes, allowing modern-day researchers and religious practitioners to access and reproduce ancient manuscripts with numerical precision. The inclusion of these numbers in the Unicode Standard ensures that digitized texts can preserve their original formatting and integrity, facilitating their study and appreciation. Additionally, by supporting a wide array of scripts and numeric systems, Unicode fosters the preservation and revitalization of ancient languages, contributing to a richer understanding of human linguistic heritage.

View a range of fonts that support the Coptic Epact Numbers block.

Below you will find all the characters that are in the Coptic Epact Numbers unicode block. Currently there are 28 characters in this block.