NPS. The ankh symbol—sometimes referred to as the key of life or the key of the nile—is representative of eternal life in Ancient Egypt. Created by Africans long ago, the ankh is said to be the first--or original--cross.

Why do goths wear Ankhs?

The ankh is a classic goth symbol. It's an ancient Egyptian hieroglyph meaning life. Life to the Egyptians was a cycle. ... Another Goth touchstone to the Ankh is the Neil Gaiman Sandman character Death, who wears a large silver ankh around her neck.

Is the ankh good luck?

The Ankh - a symbol of good luck

The Egyptian hieroglyph of the ankh is one of the best known good luck charms. In Ancient Egypt the hieroglyph 'ankh' meant 'to live'.