Print Emri 12 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Berthold Standard' by Berthold; 'Helen Bg' by HS Fonts; 'Helvetica', 'Helvetica Hebrew', 'Helvetica Thai', and 'Helvetica World' by Linotype; 'H Central' by MacCampus; and 'Nimbus Sans Round' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, social media, kids branding, casual, playful, friendly, handmade, retro, hand-lettered feel, expressive display, friendly impact, informal branding, brushy, rounded, soft edges, bouncy, textured.
A slanted, brushy display face with thick, low-contrast strokes and softly rounded terminals. Letterforms are simplified and slightly condensed, with a lively, uneven rhythm driven by subtle stroke wobble and roughened edges. Counters stay fairly open for a heavy style, while curves and joins show a hand-drawn irregularity that keeps the texture visible in both caps and lowercase. Figures are chunky and informal, matching the letters’ forward-leaning, energetic silhouette.
Best suited to headlines, posters, product packaging, and social graphics where a friendly, informal voice is desired. It can work in short bursts for branding or event promotion, especially when you want texture and motion, but it will be most comfortable at medium to large sizes rather than long-form reading.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a casual, human feel that reads as spontaneous and expressive rather than polished or corporate. Its italic lean and brush-like texture add motion and warmth, giving it a jaunty, poster-like character.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, confident hand lettering with a bold brush or marker, prioritizing personality and immediacy over strict geometric consistency. It aims to deliver an energetic, approachable look that stands out through slant, weight, and textured edges.
Stroke endings often appear slightly blunted or smudged, contributing to a printed-from-marker or dry-brush impression. The spacing feels intentionally loose and lively, and the slant is consistent enough to hold together in short phrases while still preserving a handmade irregularity.