Pound Sign
Unicode
U+00A3
Decimal
163
HTML entity
£
HTML (numeric)
£ · £
Alt code (Windows)
Alt + 163 · Alt + 0163
Category
Currency signs
Related characters
FAQ — Pound Sign
What is the Unicode code of £ (Pound Sign)?
The Pound Sign character has the Unicode codepoint U+00A3 (decimal 163). Its HTML form is £, or £ (decimal) / £ (hex).
How do I type £ with an alt code?
On Windows, hold the Alt key and type Alt + 163 · Alt + 0163 on the numeric keypad. Or copy the character directly with the button above.
Which category does £ belong to?
Pound Sign is in the "Currency signs" category.