Metal rules
Fine lines cast on one, two, three, and four em bodies, in the centre of the type. Sometimes there are en metal rules cast; they are used in dates, such as 1868–9; also in tabular matter, where the columns require an end to make up the width. They are also used in lengthening braces, thus:—
Metal rules
Fine lines cast on one two, three, and four em bodies, in the centre of the type. Sometimes there are en metal rules cast; they are used in dates, such as 1875—6; also in tabular matter, where the columns require an end to make up the width. They are also used in lengthening braces, thus:—