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What old typographic mark was a "manicule"?

Question #150826. Asked by psnz.
Last updated Mar 19 2024.
Originally posted Mar 19 2024 8:20 PM.

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The manicule is a typograph that is a hand with a finger pointing. It was originally used to call attention to a line of text. This mark was much more common in days past and rarely appears anymore. Now when one is used it is often to appear as a relic of the past.

link https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manicule
Response last updated by BigTriviaDawg on Mar 19 2024.
Mar 19 2024, 8:23 PM
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