Guardian Compact Semibold font
Publisher
commercialtype.com
License
$ Commercial
Date added
Sep 16 2026
Compact, semibold slab serif with bold, sturdy characters.
A compact, semibold slab serif font with strong, blocky letterforms and consistent stroke weight, designed for high readability and impact in tight spaces.
Suitable for headlines, posters, branding, packaging, and editorial design where space is limited but emphasis is needed.
Headlines, Logos, Posters, Packaging
Suitable for headlines, posters, branding, packaging, and editorial design where space is limited but emphasis is needed.
Headlines, Logos, Posters, Packaging
Category
Bold
Yes
Italic
No
Weight
Width
Condensed
Character spacing
Normal
Line height
Normal
Contrast
Low
Overall style
Modern with a robust, industrial feel
X height
Cap height
High
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