Ankh

An Ankh is a central image in Ultima lore and typically represents the Virtues collectively. It is also the symbol for the Virtue of Spirituality. Ankhs are similar in appearance to a Christian cross, but notably looped on top. Ankhs can be found in and on many items, buildings and locations, but are especially significant at Shrines.

At Shrines, such as shown in the picture below from Luna, you may Lock/Unlock Your Karma, Tithe Gold, or be Resurrected by using the contextual menu on the Ankh.

Originally, Ankhs were the ancient Egyptian symbol of life, death, & Magic. Origin adapted they symbol into the lore of Ultima beginning with the solo-player Ultima IV: Quest of the Avatar game in the early 1980's.