Serif Normal Ihbod 3 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, longform, academic, classic, formal, literary, traditional, readability, tradition, editorial tone, typographic refinement, print heritage, bracketed, tapered, oldstyle figures, calligraphic, crisp.
A refined text serif with bracketed, gently tapered serifs and moderate stroke modulation. The letterforms show a calligraphic influence: round characters have a slightly diagonal stress, joins are smooth, and terminals tend toward subtle teardrop or wedge-like finishes. Proportions feel balanced and bookish, with open counters and a steady rhythm in running text. Uppercase forms are dignified and slightly wide with elegant curves (notably in C, G, and S), while the lowercase maintains clear differentiation and consistent serif treatment. Numerals appear as oldstyle figures with varied heights and extenders, integrating naturally with lowercase text.
Well-suited to extended reading in books, essays, and editorial layouts where an even typographic color and classic serif cues are desired. It can also support formal communication materials—reports, programs, and invitations—where traditional credibility and a polished finish are important.
The overall tone is traditional and literary, projecting trust, authority, and calm sophistication. Its restrained contrast and classical detailing evoke printed books and established editorial typography rather than display-driven styling.
Designed to serve as a dependable, classical text face: comfortable in continuous reading, visually conservative, and rich enough in detail to feel crafted without becoming ornate.
The italics are not shown; the sample demonstrates that spacing and color hold together well at paragraph sizes, with a smooth, even texture. The presence of oldstyle figures adds a distinctly typographic, text-first character, especially in mixed alphanumeric settings.