The Museum's foundry features two Monotype Super Casters, one Monotype Composition Caster and Keyboard (yet to be commissioned) and around 700 founts of display (14pt and above) and composition ( the smaller book sizes) matrices. These matrices are used to make lead type. The addition of 10% tin and 16%antimony ensures a harder and more durable type.
available founts are listed on the Buy/Sell page. Alternative fount schemes and Custom Casting are available on request.
of Monotype borders and rules. Casting is expected to commence in June 2016. Enquiries are welcomed.
List of available Monotype borders and rules.
Specimen Sheets - click on the appropriate point size for pdfs.
discount. GST does not apply to overseas orders. For custom casting please enquire.
competitive rates. For a list of current faces, please click on the image right.
The Museum also manufactures spacing, leading and borders. Check the Buy/Sell page or enquire above.