IDIC

The Vulcan IDIC is an acronym for Infinite Diversity in Infinite Combinations, the basis of Vulcan philosophy, celebrating the vast array of variables in the universe. In the Vulcan language, the term for IDIC is Kol-Ut-Shan. 

IDIC symbols were in use at least as early as the 4th century AD, as one appeared on Surak's katric ark. 

In 2154, T'Les smuggled a holographic map to her daughter T'Pol inside an IDIC medallion pendant. 

On formal occasions, Spock wore his IDIC medallion (in pin form) as part of his dress uniform. During a dinner function aboard the Enterprise, Dr. Miranda Jones had noticed Spock's Vulcan IDIC pin on his dress uniform. She inquired if it was to serve as a reminder to Jones that as a Vulcan, Spock could mind-link with the Medusans far better than she could. Spock noted, on the contrary, that he donned it to honor Dr. Jones and her achievements. 

Vulcan IDIC pins were considered collectible merchandise in the retail markets of the 24th century, not easily acquired in the Bajor sector. In late 2370, Quark listed Vulcan IDIC pins as plausible items that he could sell over the monitors on board of Deep Space 9 if given permission by Commander Benjamin Sisko. As well as IDIC pins, other collectibles Quark listed that he could sell at a significant discount included Andorian jewelry and Bolian crystalsteel. 

The Logicians, an all-Vulcan baseball team formed from members of the crew of USS T'Kumbra, featured the Vulcan IDIC on their ball caps. 

Background
The invention of the IDIC by Gene Roddenberry caused friction between him and Leonard Nimoy, who saw it as a cheap ploy to sell replica merchandise to fans. (I Am Spock) Regardless of its original introduction intent, the symbol first introduced in, was designed by William Ware Theiss. 

In, Kirk first pronounces the abbreviation as a word, Idic, and refers to the Idic symbol, and the Idic concept. T'Pol would continue to do this in.

In the IDIC seen from the 4th century, the triangle portion is perfectly vertical and elongated, in contrast to the angle it is displayed at in the 22nd century forward.

In the Vulcan Jellyfish ship from, the cockpit appears to form an IDIC with the chair, the controls, and the circular window. The IDIC as a design motif is continued in the Star Trek video game, where it forms the shape of every Vulcan airlock.

A wall decoration displayed in the Vulcan High Command in and  was sold in the It's A Wrap! auctions. The image, resembling a vertical IDIC, had the auction description "the panels form an image of the sun rising over Mount Seleya".

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