Old mathematics fonts, names and availability?

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Old mathematics fonts from the 1950s and 1960s, particularly those used in physics papers, are appreciated for their aesthetic appeal. Users are seeking information on the names and availability of these specific Greek and mathematical symbol fonts. Examples from notable works, such as Kittel's 1956 "Elementary Statistical Physics" and Wigner's 1930 article, are requested for reference. The discussion highlights the clean and visually appealing nature of these historical mathematical typesettings. Access to these fonts could enhance the presentation of modern mathematical documents.
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This isn't exactly a physics question, but oh well.


I was recently looking through some old physics papers (from 50s and 60s) and really enjoyed the way their equations looked.

Does anyone know if these Greek and mathematical symobl fonts are available?
What are they called?


Thanks
 
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Would you mind posting some examples so that we may have some sort of reference to go by?
 
Examples. Page from 1956 Elementary Statistical Physics by Kittel and 1930 Article by Wigner.


The math is really clean.
 

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