Alpha-numeric Character Study of the Ransom Note
First Page: The Y's
RN. Type 1 Type 2 Type 3 Type 4
There are 3 types of tails. Those that curve to the right; those that curve to the left, some of each drawn with a hook on the end ; And those that end straight down.
The top part has 4 variations. A straight line sticking out to the top left, Type 1, A "V" shape off the top, Type 2, A "U" shape off the top, Type 3, and a angular left stroke that resembles a number "4", Type 4.
Oliva's Y's. The y of # 3 like that of Type 3 above. #3,4,5 like Type 4 above.
#2 & 3 have a hooked tail like #7 above right.
Nancy's
Oliva. Included as examples of the tails on his letters.
Nancy's
RN Type 2 Type 1 Type 5 6
More of the same. Type 5 has an exaggerated top. Type 6 has a hook on the left stroke. A tail hook to the right side.
Nancy's.
Oliva. Included to show the right curved tail
RN Type 3 Type 1 Type 4
Nancy's
Second Page: The Y's
RN
RN
RN
Nancy's
Third Page: The Y's
RN
RN