9 Well-Known Symbols And Their Origins




Symbolism is something that has been around for much longer than any of us can even begin to imagine. Many of the symbols we know and love today have roots in ancient Greece and Rome, and have evolved over time into the things we now recognize and use in our daily lives.


If you’ve ever wondered where the question mark originally came from, or how Apple came up with its iconic logo, keep reading to find out!











The Peace Sign


This symbol is a combination of the semaphore signals for the letters “N“ and ”D,“ standing for “Nuclear Disarmament.”




The Heart Symbol


Some believe that the heart shape derives from that of ivy leaves, which are associated with fertility. However, others think it comes from the shape of silphium, which is a giant fennel that was used by Greeks and Romans as a form of birth control. 











The Ampersand (“&”)


Over time, the ampersand has been the result of the two letters in “et” (a Latin conjunction, which translates to “and” in English) merging together.




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