Serif Other Geva 13 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This serif shows softly bracketed, slightly flared serifs and gently modulated strokes, giving the letterforms an old-style foundation with a subtly handmade finish. Terminals frequently end in small hooks or angled spur-like cuts, and several joins show a chiseled, inked quality rather than perfectly mechanical symmetry. Uppercase proportions are balanced and readable, while the lowercase has rounded bowls and moderate apertures; the overall rhythm is smooth but intentionally irregular in small details. Figures are traditional in construction with clear, open counters and modest embellishment at corners and terminals.
This face suits editorial design, book interiors and chapter titles, and literary or museum-style branding where a classic serif voice is desired with a touch of character. It can also work well on packaging and labels that benefit from a refined, slightly artisanal look, and for logos or wordmarks that want tradition without strict formality.
The tone is bookish and classical, but with a faintly quirky, storybook edge created by the slightly sharpened terminals and hand-inked nuances. It feels cultured and editorial rather than corporate, suggesting heritage and human presence without becoming overtly ornate.
The design appears intended to deliver a familiar serif reading structure while adding distinctive terminal cuts and small calligraphic quirks for personality. It balances legibility with character, aiming to feel timeless yet individual in headings and mixed-size typography.
Diagonal letters (like V, W, and X) emphasize crisp angles, while curved letters (C, G, S) keep a flowing, calligraphic arc. The combination of clean proportions and distinctive terminal shaping makes it recognizable at display sizes while remaining comfortable for shorter reading settings.