The number "1256" is a four-digit integer that follows 1255 and precedes 1257. It can be expressed in various forms, such as Roman numerals, where it is represented as MCCLVI. In mathematics, 1256 is an even number, meaning it is divisible by 2. In terms of its properties, 1256 can be factored into prime numbers, specifically 2 × 2 × 2 × 157, or 2^3 \times 157. This number can also be used in various contexts, such as in year calculations, address systems, or as a code in different applications.