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Text + Display Typefaces

Roshan Multiscript Font Family

Description

Roshan is a high contrast multiscript typeface with close connections to calligraphic traditions. While the Arabic is inspired by the rounded forms of Persian Naskh and Maghrebi writing styles, its Latin is incised, in contrast with the more common practice of pairing a serif typeface counterpart to a high contrast Arabic. This makes the two scripts even more distinct in a multiscript context.

Roshan comes in six weights ranging from Extralight to Bold. While it is intended for display use, it is also suitable for short blocks of text.