Inline Miby 2 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Geller' by Ludka Biniek (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, logotypes, packaging, vintage, western, classic, heraldic, poster-ready, engraved effect, display impact, vintage styling, signage tone, inline, flared serifs, bracketed serifs, beaked terminals, decorative.
A heavy, decorative serif with an engraved inline running through many stems and bowls, creating a carved, dimensional effect. Serifs are prominent and often flared or wedge-like, with bracketed joins and occasional beaked terminals that add sharpness to corners. Curves are broad and rounded, counters are relatively open for such a dark design, and the overall rhythm is sturdy and display-oriented with compact internal spacing. Numerals and capitals carry the same incised detailing, maintaining consistent density and a cohesive, sculpted silhouette.
Best suited to headlines, posters, storefront-style signage, and branding where the engraved inline can be appreciated. It can work well on packaging or labels that aim for a traditional, handcrafted look, and for logotypes that benefit from a bold, ornamental presence.
The inline engraving lends a nostalgic, old-world confidence—suggesting traditional signage, classic print craftsmanship, and a touch of frontier or circus poster drama. It feels assertive and ornamental rather than delicate, projecting authority with a decorative flourish.
The design appears intended to mimic carved or engraved lettering by introducing an internal highlight line within robust serif forms. Its proportions and emphatic serifs prioritize impact and character in display contexts while keeping letterforms recognizable and steady across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
The incised line is thin enough to read as a highlight rather than a true outline, so the face retains strong mass while still showing internal articulation. Pointed inner notches and triangular serif shapes add sparkle at large sizes but can visually thicken in tighter settings.