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02:02a

02:02b

2:3 · A circle segment that is as big as half a circle, or bigger, represents elements or substances fundamental to society's or the individual's livelihood. In chemical notation it stands for the all-important element for earth's life forms, carbon.
    In the English system of hobo signs 02:3 means keep away - no use knocking, and in the same system means a good haystack for the night.
    Compare with the following signs from Group 24: 24:1 spring or well; the modern 24:29, water for firefighting or firefighting equipment; and 24:24.

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