Serif Normal Ihkam 10 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, literature, invitations, classic, literary, formal, refined, elegance, readability, tradition, authority, refinement, bracketed, hairline, oldstyle, calligraphic, crisp.
A refined serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and hairline terminals that create a crisp, elegant texture. Serifs are bracketed and relatively small, with tapered joins and subtly flared endings on some strokes. Proportions lean classical: capitals are stately with generous spacing, while the lowercase is compact with a modest x-height and clear ascenders/descenders that reinforce a traditional text rhythm. Round letters (O, C, Q) are smoothly drawn and open, and the overall color stays airy due to the fine horizontals and light interior strokes.
Well-suited to book interiors, editorial typography, and magazine features where a classic serif voice is desired. It also fits formal applications such as invitations, programs, and cultural or academic communications, particularly in headings, pull quotes, and refined text settings where its delicate hairlines can remain clear.
The font reads as traditional and cultivated, carrying an editorial, bookish tone. Its high-contrast detailing and restrained shapes suggest formality and care, making it feel appropriate for established institutions and classical content rather than casual, contemporary branding.
The design appears intended to provide a conventional, literary serif tone with polished contrast and traditional proportions. Its aim is to deliver an elegant reading experience and an authoritative, established voice while keeping the overall texture light and crisp on the page.
In the sample text, the letterspacing and sharp contrast give a bright page color, with punctuation and numerals appearing delicate and precise. The ampersand is stylized and calligraphic, and the figures follow the same elegant contrast, with open counters and tapered terminals that suit reading at moderate-to-large text sizes.