What started as a conceptual experiment – a single style shifting from sans to serif – has since evolved into one of the most ambitious and idiosyncratic type systems around. OT Jubilee’s new 2.00 update from Off Type by designers Valerio Monopoli and Piero Beninato is a gloriously eccentric expansion of both the type family and the Pangram Pangram typographic network.
Already a standout on its initial release in 2023, Jubilee captured attention with its genre-defying transitions, sly British references, and typographic playfulness. But now, with a full suite of weights, italics, and stylistic refinements, it’s grown into something a little more mature and even more versatile, more expressive, and more complete.
OT Jubilee was originally built around a single regular weight that moved fluidly along a custom serif axis. Now, that core idea has been dramatically expanded, introducing seven weights, from Extralight to Extrabold, available across all six steps of the original serif spectrum: Silver, Ruby, Golden, Diamond, Sapphire, and Platinum. Each of these mini families now includes upright and italic styles, which can be purchased individually or explored fluidly through its function as a variable typeface system.
Now, with such an expanded full family, it might be tricky to know exactly what you want, what you need, or how Jubilee can best serve you. So, here’s a breakdown of each style and how it’s intended to be used.
Silver (Serif 0)
A clean, humanist sans-serif. The most minimal and neutral cut in the family, Silver works well in digital, UI, or identity systems where clarity is key.
Best for: Subheads, navigation, branding, digital interfaces
Character: Clear, structured, understated.
Ruby (Serif 8)
Begins introducing subtle serif-like details. Feels warmer and slightly more traditional without losing the simplicity of a sans.
Best for: Packaging, signage, short paragraphs. Character: Soft, transitional, accessible.
Golden (Serif 18)
A true hybrid – neither fully sans nor fully serif. Golden is Jubilee ’s most versatile style, with readable forms and a touch of historical character.
Best for: Identity work, editorial, general-purpose design
Character: Balanced, flexible, legible.
Diamond (Serif 28)
The original Jubilee release. Diamond is a high-contrast serif with distinctive quirks and calligraphic influence. Still highly readable but more stylised
Best for: Headlines, posters, titles
Character: Expressive, distinctive, characterful.
Sapphire (Serif 38)
A strong, confident serif with more pronounced details and weight. Ideal for print-heavy or traditional editorial settings.
Best for: Books, magazines, formal documents. Character: Structured, serious, legible.
Platinum (Serif 50)
Jubilee at its most decorative and display-oriented. High contrast, sharp serifs, and plenty of visual impact.
Best for: Logos, mastheads, covers, display typography. Character: Ornate, dramatic, bold.
Jubilee is a flexible system for designers who want both a practical workhorse and a characterful display tool – all within one typographic structure.
