Script - Hatran

Hatran is a historical right to left script used in the ancient city of Hatra, located in modern day Iraq, primarily between the 2nd and 3rd centuries CE. In the context of character encoding, this script value identifies a distinct set of letters, numbers, and punctuation marks that were used for inscriptions in the Hatran Aramaic dialect. These characters include consonantal signs, a unique set of numerals based on a decimal system, and a word separator, all with a cursive, angular appearance. The script is notable for its limited corpus, mostly found on stone carvings, and it holds significant value for scholars studying Mesopotamian history and the development of Aramaic writing systems. Its encoding supports digital preservation and analysis of these ancient texts.