Serif Normal Linim 10 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: magazines, book covers, headlines, pull quotes, branding, editorial, refined, classic, authoritative, formal, classic text, editorial tone, elegant contrast, premium voice, print refinement, bracketed serifs, vertical stress, crisp, sharp, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin transitions and a predominantly vertical stress. Serifs are fine and bracketed, with crisp wedge-like terminals on many strokes, giving a sharp, engraved feel while maintaining smooth curve joins. Capitals are tall and stately with generous interior counters; the lowercase shows compact, neatly modeled forms with distinct teardrop-like terminals and a single-storey “g.” Numerals are lining and similarly high-contrast, with elegant curves and clear, open shapes that echo the letterforms.
This typeface is well-suited to editorial design—magazine headlines, section openers, and pull quotes—where its contrast and sharp detailing can carry a sophisticated tone. It can also serve effectively for book covers and brand wordmarks that aim for a classic, premium character, and it performs best when given adequate size and spacing so the fine hairlines remain distinct.
The overall tone is polished and traditional, projecting sophistication and authority. Its sharp contrast and refined detailing read as formal and editorial, suited to contexts where a classic voice and elevated presence are desired.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif with an elegant, print-oriented character. Its careful modulation, crisp terminals, and poised proportions suggest a focus on refined readability paired with a strong editorial presence.
The sample text shows strong rhythm and clear word shapes, with the high contrast becoming a prominent stylistic feature at text sizes. Curved letters (like O, Q, S) emphasize smooth modulation, while letters with diagonals (V, W, X) appear crisp and carefully tapered.