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Edgar vs Sentinel
Edgar and Sentinel are both serif typefaces sharing a readable foundation. Where Edgar leans old style, retro, Sentinel brings slab serif, elegant. Compare which suits your Editorial project.
70% Similarity
Design DNA
Design overlap:13%
Edgar
Structural
Old StyleHumanist
Visual
ReadableRetro
Purpose
Editorial
Sentinel
Structural
Slab Serif
Visual
ReadableElegantModern
Highlighted traits are shared between both fonts
Visual Comparison
Edgar
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Sentinel
Premium
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Edgar | Sentinel |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Premium | Premium |
| Classification | serif | serif |
| Variable Font | No | No |
| Weights | Multiple | Multiple |
| Italics | Yes | Yes |
| License | Commercial License Required | Commercial License Required |
| Language Support | latin, latin-extended | latin, latin-extended |
| Source | Frere-Jones Type | Hoefler&Co |
Best Use Cases
Editorial
Typography suited for magazines, newspapers, and long-form content. Editorial fo...
Edgar Sentinel
Corporate
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Edgar Sentinel
Branding
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Edgar Sentinel
Publishing
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Edgar Sentinel
Edgar Sentinel
Where You'll See These Fonts
Sentinel
- Magazine long-form articles
- Corporate annual reports
- Book interiors
- Brand style guides
- Premium editorial publications
Which Should You Choose?
Recommended: Edgar
- old style, retro design character
- Suited for Publishing
- From Frere-Jones Type
- 7 free alternatives available
Consider: Sentinel
- slab serif, elegant design character
- Suited for Book Design
- From Hoefler&Co
- 2 free alternatives available
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