Serif Normal Ihgis 3 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Thermal' by TipoType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, books, magazines, newspapers, editorial design, classic, formal, editorial, literary, refined, text setting, classic authority, editorial clarity, print tradition, bracketed, hairline, crisp, traditional, bookish.
A traditional serif with pronounced stroke modulation and crisp hairline serifs. The letterforms show bracketed serifs, tapered terminals, and a steady, text-oriented rhythm with clear vertical stress. Capitals are stately and moderately wide with elegant curves, while the lowercase maintains compact, well-contained counters and a straightforward, upright stance. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with open shapes and clean, sharp joins that read well at display sizes.
This face fits long-form reading and structured layouts such as books, essays, magazines, and newspaper-style columns. It also performs well for pull quotes, section heads, and elegant titling where sharp contrast and classic serif cues are desired.
The overall tone is classic and cultivated, evoking book typography and established editorial design. Its high-contrast detailing and sharp finishing create a refined, slightly formal presence suited to authoritative or heritage-leaning messages.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif that delivers a familiar, authoritative voice. Its proportions and detailing suggest an emphasis on refined readability and a polished, print-like texture in editorial settings.
Across both the glyph grid and the sample text, the spacing feels measured and even, supporting continuous reading. The ampersand and punctuation adopt the same restrained, conventional styling, reinforcing a cohesive, traditional texture on the page.