Cedi Sign ₵

The Cedi Sign character (₵) is a standard HTML entity defined in the HTML specification. In HTML source code, it can be written using the named entity reference ₵, the decimal numeric character reference ₵, or the hexadecimal numeric reference ₵. The character is assigned Unicode code point U+20B5 in the Universal Character Set.

The cedi sign (₵) is the currency symbol for the Ghanaian cedi (GHS). The symbol features a capital C with a vertical stroke. 'Cedi' comes from the Akan word for cowrie shell, which was historically used as currency in Ghana. Ghana is one of the largest economies in West Africa.

Currency symbol entities are essential for e-commerce platforms, financial dashboards, and any web content that displays monetary values across different markets. Using the correct HTML entity or Unicode code point ensures that currency symbols render consistently regardless of the visitor's operating system, installed fonts, or browser configuration. For international websites, properly encoded currency entities enable accurate localization of prices and financial data.

When deciding how to encode the Cedi Sign character in your HTML documents, the named entity ₵ is generally the most readable choice for developers reviewing or maintaining source code. The decimal form ₵ and hexadecimal form ₵ are equally valid alternatives that work in contexts where named entities may not be supported, or when generating HTML output programmatically from server-side code. All three representations produce identical visual output in every modern web browser.

Use the cedi sign in pricing for the Ghanaian market, African e-commerce platforms, and financial content related to the West African economy. The symbol is placed before the amount (₵100). Use the numeric HTML reference for consistent rendering.