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Scala Sans

Scala Sans

Open
The '&' (ampersand) is traditional style with a gap at the top.
Circle
The dot on the '?' (question-mark) is circular or oval.
2-Storey
The lower-case 'g' is double-storey (with or without gap).
Missing
The top of the lower-case 'q' has no spur or serif.
Circle
The dot on the lower-case 'i' or 'j' is circular or oval.
Four
The top of the upper-case 'W' has four upper terminals.
Gap
The junction of the upper-case 'K' leaves a visible gap with the vertical.
Curved
The stem of the lower-case 'a' is curved.
None
The lower-case 'b' has no lower spur, foot, or serif.

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Lucida Sans

Lucida Sans

Closed
The '&' (ampersand) is traditional style with two enclosed loops.
Square/rectangular
The dot on the '?' (question-mark) is square or rectangular.
1-Storey
The lower-case 'g' is single-storey (with or without loop).
Spur
The top of the lower-case 'q' has a vertical or slightly angled spur (pointed or flat).
Square/rectangle
The dot on the lower-case 'i' or 'j' is square or rectangular.
Three
The top of the upper-case 'W' has three upper terminals.
Meets
The junction of the upper-case 'K' touches the vertical.
Straight
The stem of the lower-case 'a' is straight.
Spur/foot
The lower-case 'b' has a downward-pointing spur or foot (pointed or flat).