card index
Unicode: 1F4C7
Description
A dark grey or black card with a rectangular shape, typically representing an identification card, credit card, or business card.
Group:
Objects > office
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Neutral or functional. It does not typically convey strong emotions but rather represents a tangible object or concept associated with identification, payment, or professional exchange.
Backstory
The 'Card Index' emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010) as part of a set of symbols related to office and database functions, and has since been commonly associated with various forms of official or personal cards.
Usage Examples
- Referring to an ID card: 'Don't forget your ID for the event! 🪪'
- Indicating a credit/debit card: 'Do you accept card payments? 💳'
- Discussing a business card: 'Let me give you my card. 📇'
- Representing personal credentials: 'I need to update my personal info on my card. 📄'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Often implies official identification (ID card), financial transactions (credit/debit card), or professional networking (business card).
East Asian culture:
Similar interpretations, with context dictating the specific type of card (e.g., student ID, membership card, business card).