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Description & Usage
The Pound Symbol is £. Its Unicode code point is U+00A3, HTML entity is £, CSS escape is \\A3, and JavaScript escape is \u00A3.
Pound sign (£) is a Unicode currency sign for compact amount labels, finance notes, and price text within dollar symbol in the major group.
Practical use
Use Pound sign beside numeric amounts, table headings, short price labels, or finance notes; add a currency code when readers may need regional clarity.
Compatibility
Pound sign is a Unicode character, but exact shape, weight, spacing, and fallback behavior depend on the font and platform.
Use the primary copy button for the actual character. Use the implementation codes when you need to place the same symbol in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or technical documentation.
Related Symbols
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Prices and invoices
Dollar Symbol help keep amounts compact in invoices, product tables, checkout labels, and short finance notes.
Spreadsheets and reports
Use the Unicode sign in headings, labels, and exported notes, while keeping numeric currency formatting inside spreadsheet cells when possible. For dollar symbol, keep the surrounding label and detail notes aligned with the intended use.
Regional clarity
When a symbol is shared by multiple currencies, add an ISO code or country context so readers know the intended money unit. For dollar symbol, keep the surrounding label and detail notes aligned with the intended use.
Related categories
Move from dollar symbol into nearby categories when you need related Unicode signs, alternate notation, or a clearer symbol family.
FAQ
How do I copy the Pound?
Use the copy button on SymbolCopy to copy Pound to your clipboard, then paste it into your document, app, website, or social post.
What is the Unicode for Pound?
The Unicode value for Pound is U+00A3.