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    If you use oldstyle numerals, I suggest using small caps for acronyms. Commented Jul 18, 2016 at 16:24
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    Thanks for the suggestion! Are there any general guidelines for old style figure and smallcap usage? (Yes, I'm ordering "Elements of Typographic Style"). You'd prefer ISO9000 written with smallcaps+old style figures? Commented Jul 18, 2016 at 18:10
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    There's no “law” about this. It much depends on the document you're typesetting and the frequency of digits and acronyms. Be as generic as possible by defining appropriate macros, so you can easily compare results. Commented Jul 18, 2016 at 18:17
  • Yes, my plan is to use macros for this kind of acronyms having both letters and numbers. I think it will be either capitals+lining or smallcaps+oldstyle. Both look good. Commented Jul 18, 2016 at 18:23