Serif Normal Olbur 3 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, longform, reports, classic, literary, traditional, scholarly, formal, readability, tradition, editorial tone, text setting, authority, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, warm, bookish.
This is a conventional serif with bracketed, wedge-like terminals and a gently calligraphic modulation rather than sharp high-contrast strokes. Letterforms show slightly organic shaping and mild tapering at joins, with softly cupped serifs on stems and a steady, book-oriented rhythm. Capitals are sturdy and dignified, while the lowercase has rounded bowls and subtly angled stress, giving text a comfortable, familiar texture. Numerals follow the same serifed construction and sit clearly with open counters and balanced proportions.
It suits extended reading in books, essays, and editorial layouts where a familiar serif texture is desirable. It also works well for reports, academic materials, and headings that need a traditional, authoritative voice without heavy stylization.
The font conveys a classic, literary tone associated with book typography and editorial tradition. Its understated detailing and steady rhythm feel trustworthy and academic, leaning formal without becoming ornate.
The design appears intended as a dependable, conventional text serif: comfortable in paragraphs, visually familiar, and refined through restrained serif shaping and gentle modulation to maintain clarity and a classic page color.
Spacing appears even and composed, supporting continuous reading, while the serif shapes add a gentle horizontal pull that helps lines cohere. Curved letters (like C, S, and O) maintain smooth arcs with modest flare at terminals, and the overall color on the page is consistent and calm.