Unicode Block - Old Hungarian
Old Hungarian is a script used for writing the Hungarian language before the adoption of the Latin alphabet, and it is encoded in the Unicode standard to preserve this historical writing system. This script, also known as Székely-Hungarian Rovas, features a distinct set of letters that were used from the early medieval period into the modern era, primarily among the Székely people of Transylvania. The encoded characters include both uppercase and lowercase forms, as well as punctuation and ligatures, allowing for the accurate representation of texts ranging from ancient inscriptions to contemporary revivalist usage. The inclusion of this script in modern digital standards ensures that scholars, linguists, and cultural heritage enthusiasts can type, display, and exchange Old Hungarian texts across platforms and devices, supporting ongoing efforts to study and revitalize this unique aspect of Hungarian history.