Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics V, W, X
HIEROGLYPH V
The horned viper is used for the "V" sound in words like vine and names like Vincent and Victoria.
HIEROGLYPH W
The quail chick is used for the "W" sound in words like wise and why, and names like William and Wendy.
HIEROGLYPH X
The basket and the folded cloth combine for the "X" sound in words like ox and names like Xavier and Xena.
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Tiffany & Co. brooch inspired by a pectoral from the tomb of Princess Mereret.
© Walters Art Museum
