Dagger (†)
HTML entity for the dagger symbol (†). Learn how to use † or † in HTML for footnotes, annotations, and academic references.
Symbol
†
Dagger
All Formats
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Character | † |
| HTML Entity | † |
| HTML Code (Decimal) | † |
| Unicode | U+2020 |
| CSS Content | \2020 |
| Category | Symbol |
About Dagger
The dagger (†), also called the obelisk, is a typographical mark primarily used as a footnote indicator. It typically marks the second footnote on a page when the asterisk (*) has already been used for the first.
In HTML, insert the dagger using †, †, or †. The named entity † was introduced in HTML 4.0 and is supported by all modern browsers. In academic and scientific publishing, footnotes are traditionally marked with symbols in this order: * (asterisk), † (dagger), ‡ (double dagger), § (section sign).
The dagger is part of the General Punctuation Unicode block. It renders as a small cross-like symbol and should not be confused with the Christian cross symbol or the plus sign. In some contexts, particularly in obituaries and genealogical records, the dagger is placed before a date to indicate the date of death.
In CSS, use "\2020" with the content property to insert the dagger via pseudo-elements. This is particularly useful for creating styled footnote references that match the typography of academic papers or legal documents.
Usage Examples
<!-- Using named entity -->
<p>This is the Dagger: †</p>
<!-- Using numeric code -->
<p>This is the Dagger: †</p>
<!-- Using the character directly (UTF-8) -->
<p>This is the Dagger: †</p>
<!-- In CSS -->
.icon::before {
content: "\2020";
}FAQ
What is the HTML entity for Dagger?
The Dagger (†) can be inserted using the named entity †, the numeric code †, or by pasting the character directly in a UTF-8 document.
How do I use † in CSS?
In CSS, use the content property with the value "\2020". For example: content: "\2020";
What is the Unicode code point for Dagger?
The Unicode code point for Dagger is U+2020. This is the universal identifier for this character across all platforms and programming languages.
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