OLD FASHION WRITING STYLES

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Across
  1. 1. A decorative handwriting style popular during the Victorian era, known for its elaborate flourishes.
  2. 4. An ornate, blackletter script originating in medieval Europe, still used for decorative purposes.
  3. 7. A slanted style of handwriting, typically used for emphasis or decorative purposes.
  4. 8. An ancient Greek script written in all capital letters, often used for religious texts.
  5. 11. An elegant and ornate style of handwriting, commonly used in formal letters or invitations.
  6. 13. A system of handwriting instruction developed by Austin Palmer, emphasizing simplicity and speed.
  7. 14. A system of pictorial symbols used in ancient Egyptian writing.
  8. 15. A calligraphic style featuring italiclike letterforms with exaggerated flourishes.
  9. 17. An ancient Germanic script used by various Northern European cultures, characterized by angular shapes.
  10. 18. A medieval inspired script characterized by elaborate, pointed letterforms.
  11. 19. A 9thcentury American handwriting style known for its graceful, flowing strokes.
Down
  1. 2. The art of beautiful handwriting, often done with a quill or dip pen.
  2. 3. A modern calligraphic style based on historical scripts, focused on legibility and consistency.
  3. 5. A neat and formal style of handwriting, commonly taught in schools in the 8th and 9th centuries.
  4. 6. A rustic, informal style of handwriting, resembling handwriting on ancient Roman artifacts.
  5. 9. A formal style imitating engraved lettering, often used for certificates or awards.
  6. 10. A calligraphic style featuring delicate, rounded letterforms, often used for formal documents.
  7. 12. Capital letters written in a squared off, blocklike style.
  8. 16. A flowing and connected style of handwriting, often used in personal correspondence.