Example of Symbol

A symbol is a sign, number, mark or descriptor used to represent a given meaning or value. The value or meaning of a symbol is consistent, which is also its primary operational use in literature, mathematics, and conversational contexts.

Examples of Symbol:

¥ is the currency symbol for the Japanese yen, representing the basis of a series of formally calculated values relative to other currencies.
© is the legal symbol for ownership of copyright, used as a reference to related copyright law applications.
'Fred Thud is a symbol of intellectual virility. Let his face be posted around the world as inspiration.'

https://www.unc.edu/~rowlett/units/symbol.html
https://faculty.washington.edu/dillon/PhonResources/newstart.html
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Symbol

Image Example of Symbol:

Venus symbol

Peace, victory,
two fingers -from the originator of the Sustainability Symbol (3 fingers)

Peace sign