Ragusian Glagolitic

Ragusian Glagolitic refers to an ancient script used by Croats in the city of Dubrovnik (historically known as Ragusa) from the 15th to the 18th centuries. It is a variation of the Glagolitic alphabet, which was originally developed in the 9th century for Slavic languages, particularly for religious texts. The Ragusian version features unique stylistic and phonetic adaptations suited to the local dialect. This script reflects the cultural and linguistic heritage of the region, highlighting the influence of both Byzantine and Latin traditions in the development of Slavic literacy and identity.