Serif Normal Koraf 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary titles, invitations, classic, literary, refined, authoritative, formal, editorial tone, classic refinement, text readability, formal voice, premium feel, bracketed, sharp, crisp, calligraphic, diagonal stress.
A high-contrast serif with crisp, wedge-like terminals and finely bracketed serifs. Strokes move from hairline-thin to robust verticals, creating a sharp, elegant rhythm and clear vertical emphasis. Capitals are tall and stately with tapered joins and pointed apexes (notably in A, V, W), while the lowercase shows compact bowls, a two-storey a, and a lively, slightly calligraphic feel in curves and joins. Numerals follow the same contrasty logic, with narrow, delicate parts and sturdy stems, producing a distinctly traditional texture in text settings.
Well-suited to long-form reading in print-oriented contexts such as books, essays, and magazine features, where its contrasty texture reads as premium and traditional. It also works effectively for headings, pull quotes, and formal collateral like programs or invitations where a classic, authoritative voice is needed.
The overall tone is classic and cultivated, evoking book typography and editorial seriousness. Its sharp contrast and pointed finishing details add a refined, slightly dramatic edge that feels ceremonial and confident rather than casual.
The letterforms suggest an intention to deliver a conventional, bookish serif voice with elevated contrast and crisp finishing, balancing readability with a polished, formal presence. The consistent high-contrast detailing across caps, lowercase, and numerals indicates a focus on cohesive editorial typography rather than novelty styling.
The design favors crisp detailing over softness: hairlines stay very thin, curves terminate in clean points, and spacing appears tuned for continuous reading without losing the high-contrast sparkle. The italic is not shown; all samples appear upright.