Half-Uncial script

Definition

Half-Uncial script is a style of writing that developed in the early medieval period, characterized by rounded and simplified letterforms. It was used primarily for religious texts and manuscripts.

Related terms

Uncial script: A style of writing that predates half-uncial script, characterized by rounded letters written with a broad-nib pen.

Carolingian minuscule: A script developed during the reign of Charlemagne, known for its clear and legible letterforms.

Gothic script: A later medieval script characterized by tall, narrow letters with elaborate flourishes.