Al Gemah Yaqwt is a calligraphic Arabic font with condensed letterforms having vertical emphasis. It is based on Naskh calligraphy, evident in its strong baseline and slanted sharp edges like those made with calligraphic pens. However, its tightly spaced and long letters also suggest the influence of the Kufic scripting language. Developed by Maleksoft Developer Co., this font boasts 460 characters and 458 glyphs, offering versatility for various design projects. Released in 2020, it supports Arabic, Latin, Greek, Persian, and Urdu languages, with Unicode blocks covering a wide range of characters and symbols.
With a medium weight and medium width, Al Gemah Yaqwt offers a balanced appearance suitable for a variety of applications. However, its embellished letterforms may affect legibility, making it more suitable for short texts rather than extensive passages. The font features consistent thickness with thick, wide, and sharp ends, accompanied by solid and impactful strokes. Despite its limitations in practicality due to having only one weight, the finds its role in decorative applications such as posters, flyers, headings, book covers, branding, and logos. Its even and monospaced letter spacing ensures a cohesive look in various design contexts.
