Serif Normal Ibbum 6 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Rotis Semi Serif' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, reports, branding, classic, literary, formal, trustworthy, calm, readability, editorial tone, tradition, versatility, formality, bracketed, transitional, crisp, balanced, bookish.
This serif shows balanced proportions with a moderate x-height and clear, open counters. Strokes exhibit noticeable but restrained contrast, with smoothly bracketed serifs and rounded joins that keep the texture even in paragraph settings. Uppercase forms feel stately and stable, while lowercase shapes are conventional and highly legible, with a two-storey “g” and a straightforward, slightly tapered “t.” Numerals follow the same measured rhythm, mixing rounded and straight-sided forms with consistent weight and spacing.
It is well suited to body text in books, essays, and magazine articles where a consistent, comfortable reading texture is needed. It also works for reports, academic materials, and formal brand systems that benefit from a familiar, dependable serif voice. In display sizes, the uppercase can serve for tasteful headings and pull quotes without feeling decorative.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, evoking established editorial typography and print conventions. It reads as serious without being overly ornate, projecting a steady, authoritative voice suited to long-form reading and institutional contexts.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif that prioritizes readability, predictable spacing, and a traditional typographic color. Its moderate contrast and bracketed detailing aim to deliver a polished, print-ready impression across both headlines and extended paragraphs.
The font’s rhythm is relatively even, with moderate aperture openings and a controlled, slightly calligraphic modulation that avoids sharp, brittle details. Serifs are distinct enough to guide the eye along lines of text, yet not so heavy that they dominate at larger sizes.