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Compass

A magnetic compass, as used for navigation. Generally depicted in a silver or gold case with a compass rose and a red-tipped needle. Commonly used for various content concerning traveling and exploring as well as metaphorical compasses (e.g., moral compass).

Initial designs from Google and Facebook previously featured the initials of the four cardinal directions: north, south, east, and west.

Technical Information

Code: U+1F9ED
Category: Travel & Places
Sub Category: Place Map
Unicode Version: 11
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