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Typefaces

Scope note

Use for sets of printed characters, comprised of alphabets, numerals, and other symbols, that share certain characteristics of style or design. For the rectangular pieces, usually metal, having a character on one side, from which text is composed and set to be printed, use "type."

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000194389

Broader Terms used

<script and type forms>

Equivalent Terms used

typeface

Created

13yrs ago

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