Serif Normal Irda 9 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, headlines, invitations, classic, literary, refined, formal, text reading, editorial clarity, classic authority, elegant contrast, bracketed, tapered, sharp, crisp, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, bracketed serifs. Curves are smooth and generously open, while terminals often taper to fine points, giving the outlines a carved, calligraphic finish. Capitals feel stately and evenly proportioned; the round forms (C, O, Q) are wide and stable, and the diagonal letters (V, W, X, Y) are sharply drawn with delicate joining points. Lowercase shows a traditional book-face structure with a two-storey a and g, clear teardrop/ball details in places, and a slightly lively baseline rhythm from the tapered feet and angled strokes. Numerals follow the same contrast model and read as classic, text-oriented figures rather than geometric ones.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books and literary or academic publishing, where its classic proportions and familiar serif construction support comfortable scanning. It also performs convincingly for magazine typography, refined headlines, pull quotes, and formal materials such as programs or invitations where an authoritative, polished tone is desired.
The overall tone is traditional and cultured, with a distinctly editorial voice. Its sharp hairlines and controlled contrast convey refinement and seriousness, suggesting literature, scholarship, and established institutions rather than casual or playful contexts.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif that balances readability with a touch of sharp, calligraphic elegance. It aims to provide a timeless typographic voice with enough refinement for display moments while remaining grounded for continuous text.
In text, the strong contrast and thin hairlines create a bright, elegant texture that benefits from adequate size and good reproduction conditions. The serif shaping and tapered terminals add character without becoming decorative, keeping the face firmly in a conventional, readable lane.