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Syntax

Syntax

Single
The '$' (dollar) has a single line crossing the 'S'.
Closed
The '&' (ampersand) is traditional style with two enclosed loops.
Meets
The centre bar of the upper-case 'P' meets the vertical.
2-Storey
The lower-case 'g' is double-storey (with or without gap).
No bar
The upper-case 'G' has no bar.
Spur
The top of the lower-case 'q' has a vertical or slightly angled spur (pointed or flat).
Closed
The centre bar of the upper-case 'R' meets the vertical.
Upright
The strokes are upright.
Three
The top of the upper-case 'W' has three upper terminals.
Curved
The stem of the lower-case 'a' is curved.

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ITC Eras (EF)

ITC Eras (EF)

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.
Gap
The centre bar of the upper-case 'P' leaves a gap with the vertical.
1-Storey
The lower-case 'g' is single-storey (with or without loop).
Left
The upper-case 'G' has a bar to the left.
Missing
The top of the lower-case 'q' has no spur or serif.
Open
The centre bar of the upper-case 'R' leaves a gap with the vertical.
Right
The strokes are sloped right (italic, oblique, or cursive).
Four
The top of the upper-case 'W' has four upper terminals.
Straight
The stem of the lower-case 'a' is straight.