Bentham
Bentham is a serif by Ben Weiner inspired by the lettering of nineteenth century maps, gravestones, and the maker's plates of cast-iron machinery. Its bulging curves and ball-tipped strokes come in one weight for period titles and bookish text.
- Designed by
- Ben Weiner
- Category
- serif
- Styles
- 1 weight
- License
- Open Source
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Bentham FAQ
Is Bentham free for commercial use?
Yes. Bentham is released under the SIL Open Font License via Google Fonts, so it's free to use in commercial projects, on websites, in apps, and in client work.
Is Bentham on Google Fonts?
Yes — Bentham is available on Google Fonts and can be added to any project with a single <link> tag or @import statement.
How do I download Bentham?
You can download Bentham for free directly from Google Fonts. Use the download button at the top of this page to grab the latest version.
What fonts pair well with Bentham?
Bentham pairs beautifully with a contrasting typeface — pair a display or heading font with a neutral body font for the strongest hierarchy. Scroll down to the "Font Pairings" section on this page for curated, ready-to-use combinations that work well with Bentham, or open any pair in the Fontpair Playground to preview it live with your own copy.
What is Bentham best used for?
Bentham is a serif typeface. It works well for editorial layouts, long-form reading, and elegant brand systems.