U+2709 "✉" Envelope Unicode Character
Unicode Version 18.0
Source: Browser Default
U+2709 "✉" Envelope is a typographic symbol that represents a physical or digital letter, commonly used to denote mail, messages, email, or notifications in user interfaces and text. Originating from the Dingbats block, this pictograph features a classic rectangular envelope shape with a flap at the top and a central crease. Its widespread adoption across platforms and fonts makes it a universal icon for communication, often appearing in email clients, messaging apps, and signage. While simple in design, the character carries a rich cultural association with correspondence and the exchange of information.
General Properties
Code Point
U+2709
Name
Envelope
Encodings
HTML Decimal Encoding
✉
HTML Hex Encoding
✉
UTF-8 Encoding
0xE2 0x9C 0x89
UTF-16 Encoding
0x2709
UTF-32 Encoding
0x00002709
C/C++/Java Escape
\u2709
Unicode Properties
Numeric Value
NaN
Script Extensions
Common