MegaMegaTypeType
Designed by Zvi Narkiss in 1980 for the Bank of Israel banknote series, this single-weight Hebrew serif draws on Ashkenazi script tradition to project institutional weight and authority.
About
The typeface was created specifically for Israeli currency, its bold, high-contrast letterforms built to convey reliability and security at scale. Horizontal contrast anchors each line with a continuous black stroke, while rounded contrast in the lower register introduces a measured softness. The digitised version adds alternative numerals and a full Latin character set inspired by Art Nouveau letterforms from late 19th-century Europe.
Classification
A bold, high-contrast serif rooted in Ashkenazi Hebrew script, with horizontal stroke contrast creating a stable baseline rhythm. The Latin companion draws from Art Nouveau letterforms of the late 19th century, making this a dual-script display serif.