Slab Square Peru 17 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, branding, signage, sturdy, utilitarian, institutional, retro, clarity, durability, impact, traditional tone, slab serif, square terminals, bracketless serifs, high contrast joins, robust serifs.
A robust slab-serif with pronounced, blocky serifs and predominantly square-ended terminals. Strokes read as even and steady, with crisp, right-angled joins and minimal curvature in the serif treatment, producing a firm, engineered texture. Proportions feel balanced and practical: wide, open counters in letters like O and D, a compact, upright stance, and clear, straightforward shaping across the alphabet. Numerals are strong and legible, with a slightly constructed, sign-like solidity that matches the capitals.
Well-suited to headlines, subheads, and short-to-medium editorial passages where a sturdy serif voice is desired. Its firm slabs and clear forms also fit posters, packaging, and branding systems that need a dependable, traditional tone, and it can work effectively for signage-style typography at larger sizes.
The overall tone is confident and workmanlike, with a classic, no-nonsense presence. Its square slabs and crisp structure evoke editorial and institutional typography—reliable, traditional, and slightly retro—without feeling ornamental.
Likely designed to provide a strong, readable slab-serif voice with squared, assertive detailing and consistent texture. The emphasis appears to be on clarity, durability, and a classic editorial feel that remains impactful in display settings.
The sample text shows a consistent rhythm and strong baseline presence, with serifs that hold up well at display sizes and maintain clarity in heavier word shapes. Lowercase forms remain clean and functional, supporting continuous reading while retaining the distinctive slab character.