The typeface was specially designed for use at very small point sizes in Van Dale's Dictionary of the Dutch Language.

In 1989 however, he was approached by the designer of the Van Dale dictionary, who wanted to test Trinité for use at 7pt.

The first rough drawings were made with a felt-tipped pen, and then photographically reduced to be able to judge the design at the right size.

The editors of the dictionary were happy with the results, and accepted the offer to produce the typeface.

Just as Trinité, Lexicon shows a strong calligraphic influence, specifically that of the broad-nibbed pen.