American Typewriter Bold

Name: American Typewriter Bold
Availability: InStock
Author: Joel Kaden and Tony Stan

Font Name	American Typewriter
Style	Bold
Category	Slab Serif
Designer	Joel Kaden and Tony Stan
Copyright	Digitized data (c) Copyright 1997 E+F Designstudios. ITC American Typewriter is a registered trademark of International Typeface Corporation.
License	Commercial License Required / Free for Personal Use
Total Character	254
Recommended Line Height	1.23
Ascent	948
Descent	278
Units Per em	1000
Total Vertical Range	1226
Max Advance Width	1183
Max Advance Height	N/A
Underline Position	-166
Similar Fonts	Courier New, Rockwell, Archer, Courier Prime

American Typewriter Bold Font Details : Font Free Download

American Typewriter was designed in 1974 by Joel Kaden and Tony Stan for the International Typeface Corporation (ITC). It was created to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the invention of the typewriter. While it mimics the aesthetic of mechanical typewriters, it is a proportional serif typeface rather than monospaced, allowing for better readability and a more polished appearance in graphic design projects.

The Bold weight is particularly iconic, known for its heavy slab serifs and rounded terminals. It gained worldwide fame through its use in the 'I Love NY' logo designed by Milton Glaser. Its unique blend of industrial heritage and friendly, organic curves makes it an enduring favorite for branding, editorial layouts, and nostalgic design projects that require a touch of historical warmth.