Author's note

Linux Libertine Initials by Philipp H. Poll is a free outlined display font with stately serif capitals and the formality of engraved titling. Its broad proportions, sharp bracketed serifs, and strong thick-to-thin changes give the letters a classical, bookish authority. A pale inner line traces each dark stroke, adding depth and a finely cut finish without ornate decoration.

Engraved borders, ornamental rules, and heraldic illustrations can echo its layered linework in book covers, event posters, and historical branding. It is especially convincing for lavish formal title pages and commemorative editions, where the double contour turns lettering into part of the ornament.

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Basic font information

Font family
Linux Libertine Initials
Font subfamily
Initials
Full font name
Linux Libertine Initials
Name table version
Version 5.0.5
Postscript font name
LinLibertineI
Manufacturer name
Philipp H. Poll
Designer
Philipp H. Poll

Extended font information

Platforms supported

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

Font details

Created2011-06-21
Revision5
Glyph count280
Units per Em2048
Embedding rightsEmbedding for permanent installation
Family classOldstyle serifs
WeightMedium (normal)
WidthMedium (normal)
Mac styleBold
DirectionMixed directional glyphs
Pattern natureRegular
PitchNot monospaced