Slab Square Afgeh 1 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, labels, packaging, typewriter, industrial, utilitarian, retro, compact impact, sturdy clarity, retro utility, print texture, slab serif, square serifs, condensed, sturdy, crisp.
A condensed slab-serif with sturdy, square-ended serifs and mostly uniform stroke weight. The letterforms are tall and compact, with tight internal counters and a rhythmic, slightly mechanical texture in text. Terminals are blunt and flat, and joints stay clean and straightforward, favoring clarity over flourish. Curved characters (like C, O, S) retain firm, controlled bowls, while straight-stem letters emphasize verticality and a strong baseline presence.
Well-suited to headlines, subheads, and compact editorial settings where space is limited but a strong serif presence is desired. It also fits signage-like applications such as labels, packaging, and branded typographic lockups that benefit from a sturdy, print-forward texture.
The overall tone feels practical and workmanlike, with a retro-print and typewriter-adjacent attitude. Its tight proportions and blocky serifs give it an assertive, no-nonsense voice that reads as utilitarian and slightly industrial rather than delicate or luxurious.
Likely designed to deliver a condensed, space-efficient slab-serif voice with robust, square serifs for strong impact. The restrained contrast and blunt terminals suggest an emphasis on dependable readability and a classic, utilitarian print character.
In continuous text, the condensed width creates a dense, headline-friendly color while still maintaining distinct letter shapes. Numerals match the same upright, compact rhythm and appear designed to sit firmly on the baseline with minimal ornamentation.