Serif Forked/Spurred Abma 14 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, book covers, posters, magazine titles, branding, dramatic, gothic, editorial, literary, historic, distinctive titling, historical flavor, dramatic texture, space-saving display, spurred, forked terminals, sharp serifs, high-waisted, calligraphic.
A condensed serif with tall proportions, compact apertures, and a lively, calligraphic rhythm. Stems are slender with moderate stroke modulation, and many terminals resolve into pointed, forked spurs that create a distinctive prickle at joins and ends. Serifs are sharp and tapered rather than blocky, with occasional mid-stem notches and wedge-like finishing that emphasizes verticality. Curves are tense and narrow, giving rounds a pinched, upright oval feel and keeping counters relatively tight across both cases.
Best suited to display contexts where its condensed build and ornate spurs can be appreciated—headlines, titling, book covers, posters, and branding wordmarks. It can also work for short editorial subheads or pull quotes, especially when paired with a calmer text face for longer reading.
The overall tone is theatrical and slightly gothic, projecting a historic, bookish mood with a hint of occult or Victorian display flair. The spurred terminals add an energetic bite that feels dramatic and curated rather than neutral, making the texture feel expressive even in straightforward text.
Likely designed to offer a condensed serif with a distinctive forked-terminal signature, combining traditional letterform structure with ornamental edge to stand out in titling. The intent appears to be a recognizable, characterful voice that remains structured and legible while adding historical drama.
In the sample text the narrow set and pointed detailing create a strong, dark typographic color at larger sizes, while the small internal spaces and crisp spurs can make dense passages feel busy at smaller sizes. Capitals read especially statuesque, and the digits follow the same condensed, sharply finished logic for a cohesive voice across alphanumerics.