We are frequently asked the question, “Are there certain words or multiple letters that are made up as a piece of type?” When it comes to the type case, the answer is no. There are some ligatures on sorts, however! In this video, Howard letterpress prints and explains the five common ligatures in a California job case. These are 60 point Caslon 540 font. This was printed with Pantone PMS 7533c rubber base ink using our Washington hand press, which was made in 1852. #typography #ligature #museum

We are often asked if our Washington hand press could print money. Well, in some cases, it can! It is the Giving Season, and when you support the Sacramento History Museum you help us share history. Together we can do even more to ensure a bright future for the Sacramento History Museum! Your donation will help us welcome students back to the Museum with in-person educational school programs (some programs include a presentation of the print shop), continue to offer virtual field trips reaching