Serif Normal Lybe 2 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Arno', 'Ten Oldstyle', and 'Trajan 3' by Adobe and 'CT Ausetan' by Cosmos Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, pull quotes, branding, classic, formal, literary, authoritative, classic readability, editorial voice, display contrast, bracketed, sharply serifed, calligraphic, crisp, stately.
A conventional serif with pronounced thick–thin contrast and crisp, bracketed wedge serifs. The letterforms are upright with broad proportions and generous counters, giving an open, steady texture in text. Stems are firm and fairly straight while curves show a subtly calligraphic modulation, especially in round letters and diagonals. The lowercase presents a moderate x-height with compact ascenders and descenders, and the numerals follow the same high-contrast, slightly tapered rhythm.
Well-suited for long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a classic serif texture is desired. It also performs strongly for headlines, pull quotes, and title treatment thanks to its contrast and crisp serifs, and can support formal branding or packaging that benefits from a traditional, established voice.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, with a distinctly bookish, editorial feel. Its sharp serifs and confident contrast project authority and refinement, leaning toward classic print conventions rather than contemporary minimalism.
Likely designed to deliver a familiar, classical reading experience with enough contrast and sharp detailing to remain lively in display sizes. The broad proportions and open counters suggest an emphasis on clarity and an authoritative, print-oriented presence.
The typeface reads darker in bold combinations of verticals and serifs, yet maintains clarity through open bowls and counters. Details like the beaked terminals and the slightly sculpted joins add a touch of old-style character without becoming decorative.