Serif Normal Midin 3 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, headlines, academic, classic, formal, literary, authoritative, readability, tradition, authority, publishing, formality, bracketed, transitional, crisp, calligraphic, sharp.
This serif displays pronounced thick–thin modulation with crisp, bracketed serifs and a steady, vertical stress. The proportions lean moderately wide in many capitals, with clear, open counters and a firm baseline that gives text a stable, print-oriented rhythm. Terminals are generally sharp and well-defined, and curves (notably in C, G, O, and S) show controlled contrast without looking overly delicate. Lowercase forms are conventional and readable, with a two-storey a, a compact, sturdy e, and a g that emphasizes a strong ear and rounded lower bowl; numerals align with the same high-contrast, serifed construction for a cohesive texture.
This face is well-suited to long-form reading such as books, journals, and editorial layouts where a classic serif texture is expected. It also performs strongly for headlines, pull quotes, and section titles that benefit from high contrast and a formal, established tone.
The overall tone is traditional and editorial, projecting seriousness and refinement rather than novelty. Its high-contrast, bookish color and confident serifs suggest a voice that feels established, academic, and suited to formal communication.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif that balances traditional detailing with clear, contemporary readability. Its construction prioritizes a familiar reading rhythm and a confident typographic voice appropriate for publishing and institutional contexts.
At larger sizes the sharp joins and pronounced contrast give headings a crisp, engraved-like clarity, while the consistent spacing and sturdy stems help the font retain a dense, authoritative texture in paragraph settings. The italic is not shown, and the design reads as a straightforward roman optimized for conventional typography.