Serif Normal Poluk 9 is a very bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Albra' by BumbumType and 'Boutique' by Milieu Grotesque (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, classic, authoritative, stately, formal, authority, heritage, impact, readability, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, sculpted, robust.
A robust serif with pronounced stroke modulation and sculpted, bracketed serifs. The letterforms show a traditional oldstyle influence: rounded bowls, tapered joins, and a lively rhythm created by thick verticals and sharply thinning hairlines. Counters are moderately open, curves are full, and terminals often finish with subtle teardrop/ball-like shapes, giving the face a carved, inked quality. The overall texture is dense and steady, reading as confident display text while retaining conventional proportions.
Best suited for headlines, magazine and newspaper-style typography, book covers, and prominent pull quotes where a strong classic serif can anchor the layout. It can also support brand marks and packaging that lean on heritage and gravitas, especially when set with generous spacing and comfortable line height.
The font conveys a classic, editorial voice—serious, established, and slightly ceremonial. Its strong contrasts and weight create a sense of authority and heritage, suitable for messaging that wants to feel traditional and trustworthy rather than minimal or contemporary.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional serif voice with elevated weight and dramatic modulation—balancing familiar text-serif construction with a more commanding, display-forward presence.
The numerals and capitals carry a particularly imposing presence, with clear vertical stress and crisp serif definition that emphasizes headlines. In paragraph-sized samples, the boldness produces a dark color on the page, favoring short blocks and larger sizes where the internal shapes can breathe.