Serif Normal Wese 9 is a very light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This is a delicate text serif with finely bracketed serifs, tapered terminals, and a lively stroke rhythm that suggests a gentle calligraphic influence. Curves are open and generous, with round bowls and smooth joins that keep counters clear despite the thin overall color. Uppercase forms feel slightly narrower and more formal, while the lowercase shows softer detailing—most notably a double-storey “g” with a small ear and a slightly curved, descending “y.” Numerals are elegant and oldstyle-leaning in proportion, with slender stems and subtle modulation that matches the letterforms.
Well-suited to book and magazine typography, especially for body text, pull quotes, and headlines where a refined serif voice is desired. It can also serve in invitations and premium branding applications that benefit from a light, classic typographic presence.
The overall tone is poised and literary, conveying an editorial, cultured sensibility rather than a utilitarian one. Its light touch and refined finishing give it a quiet luxury that reads as traditional and considered.
The design appears intended as a conventional, readable serif with an elevated, contemporary-polished finish—balancing classical proportions and bracketed serifs with a light, airy color for modern editorial use.
Spacing appears comfortable and not overly tight, helping the thin strokes maintain clarity in running text. The design relies on subtle modulation and crisp serif finishing more than heavy weight, so it presents a clean, bright page color at larger text sizes.