Mason Regular
Designed by Jonathan Barnbrook
| Font Name | Mason |
| Style | Regular |
| Category | Display Serif |
| Designer | Jonathan Barnbrook |
| Copyright | Copyright (C) 1993 Emigre Graphics; Designed by Jonathan Barnbrook |
| License | Free for Personal Use |
| Total Character | 245 |
| Recommended Line Height | 1.18 |
| Ascent | 895 |
| Descent | 282 |
| Units Per em | 1000 |
| Total Vertical Range | 1177 |
| Max Advance Width | 1086 |
| Max Advance Height | N/A |
| Underline Position | -133 |
| Similar Fonts | Exocet, Trajan, Albertus, Caslon Antique |
Mason Regular Font Details : Font Free Download
Mason Regular was designed by Jonathan Barnbrook in 1992 and released through the Emigre foundry. The typeface is a post-modern masterpiece, drawing from a wide array of historical and mystical influences including 19th-century gravestones, Renaissance Bibles, and ancient Greek architectural motifs. Originally titled 'Manson' as a provocative gesture, the name was changed to Mason following public controversy, yet the font retained its dark, sophisticated, and evocative character.
This font is characterized by its high-contrast strokes and unique, sharp serifs that create a sense of ancient mystery. Mason Regular became a pop-culture icon after being used for the visual identities of the American Horror Story series and the Diablo video game franchise. It is an exceptional choice for designers looking to inject a sense of drama, history, or the supernatural into their creative projects.
Mason Regular Best Uses
Widely used for movie posters, particularly in the horror and thriller genres.
Ideal for unique, edgy visual identities that require a historical or gothic touch.
Perfect for high-fantasy or dark-themed video game titles and UI.
Great for book covers, specifically for historical fiction, occult, or mystery novels.
Mason Regular Glyphs
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Package Size: 52.4 KB
Available Formats: .TTF