Ruq`ah script

Arab world

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Ruqʿah or Riqʿah (Arabic: رقعة‎) is a calligraphic variety of Arabic script. The Ruqʿah style of handwriting is the most common type of handwriting. It is known for its clipped letters composed of short, straight lines and simple curves, as well as its straight and even lines of text. It was probably derived from the Thuluth and Naskh styles. It is clear and legible, and is the easiest script for daily handwriting.

In the beginning, it was the most common for daily use. It is used in the titles of books and magazines, in commercial advertisements, and in the icazets, diplomas awarded to students of calligraphy. It was developed and widely used by the Ottoman Turks and is the fastest script ever devised.

For the first time in typography,Ruqa'h script in OpenType format,based on aesthetic structures and different widthes,This Typeface is entirely digitally designed, no pens and papers were used,Created by Type designer Sultan Maqtari.