Slab Contrasted Kodij 3 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Egyptienne F' by Linotype, 'Egyptian 505 SB' and 'Egyptian 505 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Foundry Origin' by The Foundry, and 'Leida' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, headlines, book covers, packaging, posters, sturdy, heritage, confident, authoritative, print authority, readability, classic tone, friendly strength, slab serifs, bracketed, ball terminals, ink traps, low stress.
A robust slab-serif with generous widths and a calm, upright stance. Strokes show clear, moderate contrast, with thick horizontal slabs and subtly bracketed joins that soften the otherwise solid structure. Curves are rounded but controlled, and several letters feature ball-like terminals or teardrop finishes (notably in the lowercase), adding a touch of warmth to the strong serif framework. Counters are open and proportions are steady, giving the face a readable, even rhythm across both capitals and lowercase, with lining figures that match the overall weight and presence.
Well suited to editorial design where strong typographic color is needed—magazine headlines, pull quotes, and section headers—as well as book covers and packaging that benefit from a traditional, trustworthy voice. It also performs well in short-to-medium text blocks, where its open forms and steady rhythm help maintain clarity.
The overall tone is dependable and editorial—serious without feeling rigid. Its bold slabs and confident proportions evoke traditional print typography, while the softened terminals keep it approachable and slightly personable.
Designed to deliver a classic slab-serif presence with modernized softness: strong slabs for authority, balanced contrast for clarity, and rounded finishing details to keep long-form settings from feeling harsh.
The uppercase reads particularly stately and stable, while the lowercase introduces more character through rounded terminals and lively curves. Spacing appears comfortable for setting paragraphs, and the numerals are clear and sturdy for mixed text use.