Serif Normal Ibbem 16 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Myriad' by Adobe, 'Flange' by Berthold, 'Emeritus' by District, 'FS Jack' by Fontsmith, 'NS Philapost' by Novi Souldado, 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH, and 'Mondo' by Untype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazines, branding, authoritative, traditional, formal, literary, impact, tradition, readability, hierarchy, bracketed, robust, compact, crisp, high-shouldered.
A robust serif with bracketed serifs, sturdy vertical stress, and a compact, energetic rhythm. Strokes are thick and confident with moderate contrast and clean, decisive terminals; counters stay open enough for text despite the heavy color. Capitals are broad and imposing, while lowercase forms show a slightly compact build with strong joins and sturdy bowls; the numerals match the weight and sit firmly with clear shapes.
Best suited for headlines, subheads, and editorial typography where strong presence and classic serif cues are desirable. It can work for short-to-medium text in print or high-resolution screens when a dense, authoritative texture is acceptable, and it is especially effective for book covers, magazine titles, and brand wordmarks that want a traditional voice.
The overall tone feels traditional and authoritative, with an editorial gravity that reads as established and dependable. Its heavy color and firm serifs add seriousness and a slightly old-style, print-forward character.
Likely drawn to provide a conventional text-serif voice with extra weight and impact for prominent typography, maintaining familiar proportions and serif structure while delivering a darker, more forceful page color.
In running text the font creates a dark, even texture that emphasizes hierarchy and presence. The punctuation and apostrophe read clearly at display sizes, and the figures appear designed to hold their own alongside the uppercase without looking delicate.