Perpetua Font

  • Serif
  • OpenType
  • 487 chars
  • 9 styles
  • ↓ 0
  • Personal use only

Perpetua is a serif font by Eric Gill, available in 9 styles (Regular (400) to Bold (700)). It is free for personal use; commercial use needs a license.

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Regular · 400
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Regular 2 · 400
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Italic · 400 italic
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Italic 2 · 400 italic
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Bold · 700
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Bold 2 · 700
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Bold 3 · 700
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Bold Italic · 700 italic
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Bold Italic 2 · 700 italic
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About Perpetua

Perpetua is a classic transitional serif typeface characterized by its crisp horizontal serifs, delicate stroke contrast, and distinct lapidary influence derived from stone-carved monumental lettering. Its refined proportions and light color on the page give it an air of understated elegance and distinction, making it a popular choice for high-end book design, formal publishing, and editorial typography.

Due to its clear legibility and sophisticated structure, the font is exceptionally well-suited for extended reading, title pages, literary works, and corporate branding that requires a timeless, intellectual aesthetic. While it performs admirably in traditional print layouts, its lighter stroke weights require careful implementation in digital environments to preserve its unique architectural charm.

This description was generated with AI from the font's own metadata and reviewed before publishing. The license details below come from the font's own files.

License: Demo / Trial

  • ✓ Personal use
  • ✕ Commercial use
  • ✕ Use as a web font

For commercial projects, buy a commercial license from the designer.

Copyright © 1991, 2002 Adobe Systems Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. © Copyright 1991, 2002 The Monotype Corporation Plc. All Rights Reserved.

Version: Version 1.047;PS 001.001;Core 1.0.38;makeotf.lib1.6.5960

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Frequently asked questions

Is Perpetua free to download?

Yes. Perpetua is free to download on FontsStack. It is free for personal use; commercial use needs a license from the designer.

Can I use Perpetua commercially?

Perpetua is not free for commercial use. You can buy a commercial license from the designer.

How many styles does Perpetua have?

Perpetua includes 9 styles, ranging from Regular (400) to Bold (700).

Who designed Perpetua?

Perpetua was designed by Eric Gill.

Can I use Perpetua on a website?

Web embedding for Perpetua is not available here; check the license for web use.

How do I install Perpetua?

Download the ZIP, unzip it, then double-click each font file and choose Install (Windows) or Font Book → Install (Mac).

Last updated Sep 30, 2026

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