Serif Normal Nume 3 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazine titles, posters, traditional, authoritative, literary, classic, classic revival, editorial impact, print authority, bracketed, ball terminals, oldstyle figures, bookish, display text.
A robust serif with strong stroke modulation and crisp, bracketed serifs. The letterforms show sculpted curves and pronounced thick–thin transitions, with sturdy verticals and sharply tapered joins. Counters are fairly open for the weight, while terminals often resolve into rounded or ball-like forms, adding a slightly calligraphic finish. Proportions lean generously wide with confident, steady spacing, giving the face a substantial, print-like presence in both upper- and lowercase.
This font is well suited to headlines and subheads in editorial layouts, where its contrast and wide stance create strong typographic hierarchy. It can also work effectively on book and magazine covers, pull quotes, and poster typography when set with comfortable leading and not overly tight tracking.
The tone is classic and authoritative, with a distinctly editorial and literary feel. Its high-contrast modeling and assertive weight read as confident and formal, evoking traditional book typography and headline serif conventions.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional, print-forward serif voice with elevated contrast and substantial weight, balancing readability with a refined, headline-ready presence.
The numerals read as oldstyle figures, with varied heights and flowing curves that complement the text forms. Uppercase shapes feel stately and composed, while lowercase details (notably the ear and terminals) introduce warmth without becoming decorative.