Schwabacher Font

  • Accents (partial)
  • Euro
Schwabacher.otf

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Author's note

Schwabacher, a creation by the talented Dieter Steffmann, is a gothic font steeped in medieval tradition. It exudes an old-world charm that can instantly transport any project back to the days of yore. The distinct heavy strokes and ornate detailing found in Schwabacher's characters are reminiscent of historical manuscripts and architectural embellishments from the period.

This font's aesthetic appeal lies in its ability to strike a balance between readability and decorative complexity. Its characters display a bold presence on the page, making it ideal for headings, titles, and any application where you want the text to make a strong visual impact. The medieval influence of Schwabacher makes it particularly suitable for projects aiming for an ancient or historical feel, such as fantasy novels, themed event invitations, or branding for specialty products.

The timeless elegance coupled with its gothic roots ensures that Schwabacher can lend authenticity and gravitas to creative endeavors seeking a touch of historical sophistication.

Character map

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Basic font information

Copyright notice
Copyright (c) Typographer Mediengestaltung, 2002. All rights reserved.
Font family
Schwabacher
Font subfamily
Regular
Unique subfamily identification
1.000;DST;Schwabacher
Full font name
Schwabacher
Name table version
OTF 1.000;PS 001.003;Core 1.0.29
Postscript font name
Schwabacher
Trademark notice
Please refer to the Copyright section for the font trademark attribution notices.
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Extended font information

Platforms supported

PlatformEncoding
UnicodeUnicode 2.0 and onwards semantics, Unicode BMP only.
MacintoshRoman
MicrosoftUnicode BMP only
Custom3

Font details

Created2002-02-16
Revision1
Glyph count249
Units per Em1000
Embedding rightsEmbedding for preview & printing allowed
Family classNo classification
WeightMedium (normal)
WidthMedium (normal)
Mac styleBold
DirectionOnly strongly left to right glyphs + contains neutrals
Pattern natureRegular