0 a symbol like a cross with a loop (= an oval shape or circle) at the top, used in ancient Egypt to mean "life": --
Ptah was often referred to as the noble "djed", and carried a scepter that was a combination of the "djed" symbol and the ankh, the symbol of life.
In many respects the "tyet" resembles an ankh, except that its arms point downward, and when used as such, seems to represent the idea of eternal life or resurrection.
Ankh also believes that he has the right to get whatever he wants and detests having to give something away.
The south side of the tower depicts an ankh, which symbolizes life or the power to give and sustain life.
In many respects the tyet resembles an ankh, except that its arms curve down.
The king holds a hekat-scepter and an ankh.
With that said, the ankh was used in the original novel.
Other stick figured caricature examples show the mast and an ankh in each hand, both signifying a breath (of) life.
