Serif Normal Obbab 9 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Garamond Classico' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, editorial, book design, magazines, headlines, classic, bookish, formal, literary, readability, traditional tone, editorial versatility, refined contrast, bracketed, transitional, crisp, calligraphic, stately.
This is a crisp, conventional serif with pronounced stroke contrast and finely bracketed serifs. Capitals are relatively broad with steady vertical stress and clean joins, while the lowercase shows compact, rounded bowls and a straightforward, readable construction. Serifs tend toward tapered, wedge-like terminals that give strokes a sharp finish without becoming overly decorative. The overall rhythm is even and text-oriented, with clear counters and a consistent baseline presence that holds up well in paragraphs.
It is well suited to long-form reading contexts such as books, journals, and magazine articles, where its contrast and serif structure provide a confident typographic voice. It can also serve for section heads, pull quotes, and formal branding applications that benefit from a classic serif texture.
The tone is traditional and bookish, evoking established editorial and literary typography. Its sharp serifs and high-contrast modulation add a formal, slightly authoritative flavor, while the restrained shapes keep it familiar rather than ornate.
The design appears intended as a versatile, traditional text serif with a refined, high-contrast finish—aiming for clarity and established typographic credibility in both paragraphs and editorial display sizes.
Numerals appear lining with clear, open forms and strong vertical emphasis, matching the text color of the letters. The lowercase has a modest, unobtrusive personality—more suited to continuous reading than display—while capitals carry a dignified, headline-ready presence without exaggerated swashes or quirks.