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Acta

Acta

Single
The '$' (dollar) has a single line crossing the 'S'.
Closed
The '&' (ampersand) is traditional style with two enclosed loops.
On
The upper-case 'J' sits on the baseline.
Circle
The dot on the '?' (question-mark) is circular or oval.
Parallel
The verticals of the upper-case 'M' are parallel.
Round
The top storey of the '3' is a smooth curve.
None
The top of the upper-case 'A' has no serifs or cusps.
Spur
The upper-case 'G' foot has a downward pointing spur.
None
The foot of the '4' has no serifs.
Ball
The tail of the upper-case 'J' has a rounded end or ball.

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Caxton Roman Bold

Caxton Roman Bold

Open single
The '$' (dollar) has a single line which does not cross the 'S'.
Open
The '&' (ampersand) is traditional style with a gap at the top.
Below
The upper-case 'J' descends below the baseline.
Diamond
The dot on the '?' (question-mark) is diamond-shaped or triangular.
Sloping
The verticals of the upper-case 'M' are sloping.
Angled
The top storey of the '3' is a sharp angle.
Both
The top of the upper-case 'A' has serifs both sides, or a top bar.
No-Spur
The upper-case 'G' foot has no spur or serif.
Double
The foot of the '4' has double-sided serifs.
Pointed
The tail of the upper-case 'J' has a tapered end.