And Jonathan Hoefler explains this (which, incidentally, I have tattooed on my upper arm...it's a long story of vodka breakfasts, foolishness and the love of a good woman, unsuitable for these pages).
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Coooooooome on! We want to know! The people have the right to know!
Posted by: Loïc Boyer | 13 March 2008 at 03:57 PM
No they don't. 'Tis a private matter and shall remain so.
Posted by: Richard | 13 March 2008 at 04:09 PM
Hmm, would you share which typeface it's in? I'd find that more interesting than the personal story! Cheers
Posted by: ToddG | 14 March 2008 at 03:44 AM
It was a long time ago but looking at it now and bearing in mind when it was done, I'd say Franklin Gothic (it was during my Franklin Gothic period).
Posted by: Richard | 14 March 2008 at 09:36 AM
But if you're looking at it now (presumably in a mirror), surely it's a cap P and not a pilcrow?
Posted by: davidthedesigner | 14 March 2008 at 09:56 AM
Just show us.
I have spoken!
Posted by: Nuno Coelho | 20 March 2008 at 09:30 PM
The people have spoken, we demand a photo of your tattoo!! I'll show you mine if you show us yours? :-D
Cool article btw, nice history of the pilcrow. Takes me back to my college days!
Posted by: minxlj | 25 March 2008 at 04:09 PM