Rome ◆

: Roman cursive was used for everyday business, letters, and the infamous graffiti found in taverns and public buildings.

: Ancient Romans primarily wrote in Latin using an alphabet of 21 letters (A–X, with Y and Z added later). Inscriptional Styles : : Roman cursive was used for everyday business,

: A brush-written style with pronounced serifs used for public notices. such as Baskerville and Garamond

The "text" of Rome has evolved from monumental stone carvings to modern digital typography: and the ubiquitous Times New Roman

: Popular "roman" typefaces today, such as Baskerville and Garamond , and the ubiquitous Times New Roman , draw inspiration from these classical forms. Symbols and Idioms Roman Writing - Corinium Museum