Distressed Ihdij 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, labels, book covers, vintage, rugged, playful, handmade, western, vintage print, weathered texture, handcrafted feel, display impact, rough edges, inked, blotchy, soft serif, stamped.
A serif display face with chunky, rounded forms and heavily textured contours. Strokes show irregular, inky edges and occasional interior nicks that mimic worn printing or a stamped impression. Serifs are short and blunted rather than sharp, with a slightly bouncy rhythm and uneven color from glyph to glyph. Capitals are broad and sturdy, while the lowercase keeps simple, readable shapes with compact counters and a consistent, slightly softened finish.
Best suited to headlines, signage-style typography, and short passages where the distressed texture can be appreciated. It works well for vintage-themed packaging, product labels, poster titles, and editorial display applications that want a printed, timeworn character.
The overall tone feels antique and tactile, like old posters, labels, or book covers printed with imperfect ink. Its roughness adds personality and a casual confidence, reading as friendly and slightly mischievous rather than formal or refined.
The design appears intended to evoke traditional letterpress or stamped type with deliberate wear and ink spread, combining sturdy serif shapes with a controlled distressed surface for a nostalgic, handcrafted look.
Texture appears consistently across letters and numerals, giving solid silhouettes that remain recognizable at display sizes while still showing the distressed detail. The numerals match the same stout, printed character, supporting cohesive titling and short numeric callouts.