Presented in 1970 [Art Deco (Alphabet Directions no. 11)]. Shown as Herculoid in six weights plus one Shaded variant [PLINC One Liner 1971]. Listed as Benguiat Herculoid [PLINC 1971], indicating that it was designed by Ed Benguiat.

Judging from their higher catalog numbers, the related Jazzbeau and Dixieland might represent extensions.