Author's note

Argel Font by Billy Argel is a free medieval blackletter font whose dense forms combine manuscript drama with the cutting sharpness of tattoo lettering and an elaborate calligraphic sweep. Broad strokes narrow abruptly into hooks, spikes, and looping swashes.

Publishing can make strong use of its theatrical silhouette, especially on historical fiction covers, ornate chapter openers, and music magazines devoted to metal or Gothic subcultures, where the narrow, interlocking letters create a forceful title treatment. For fashion labels and boutique packaging, the pointed flourishes can become part of a dark, highly decorative brand identity rather than serving as neutral text.

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The complete set is available. For more information, contact:

billyargel@gmail.com

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Basic font information

Copyright notice
Argel Font Copyright (c) 2011 by Billy Argel. All rights reserved. personal use only complete set available contact billyargel@gmail.com
Font family
Argel Font
Font subfamily
Regular
Unique subfamily identification
BillyArgel: Argel Font: 2011
Full font name
Argel Font
Name table version
Version 001.001
Postscript font name
ArgelFont
Trademark notice
Argel Font is a trademark of Billy Argel.
Manufacturer name
Designer
Description
Copyright (c) 2011 by Billy Argel. All rights reserved.

Extended font information

Platforms supported

PlatformEncoding
UnicodeUnicode 2.0 and onwards semantics, Unicode BMP only.
MacintoshRoman
MicrosoftUnicode BMP only

Font details

Created2011-02-07
Revision1
Glyph count66
Units per Em1000
Embedding rightsEmbedding restricted (not allowed!)
Family classScripts
WeightBold
WidthSemi-condensed
Mac styleBold
DirectionOnly strongly left to right glyphs + contains neutrals
Pattern natureItalic