Serif Normal Yarih 2 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, academic, invitations, classic, literary, refined, formal, text setting, print tradition, formal tone, readability, bracketed serifs, calligraphic touch, transitional feel, open counters, moderate stress.
A traditional text serif with bracketed serifs, crisp terminals, and moderate stroke modulation that gives the letters a composed, bookish rhythm. Proportions feel balanced and slightly compact in the lowercase, with a notably short x-height and clear ascenders/descenders that create a vertical, page-like texture. Curves are smooth and well-controlled (notably in O/Q/C), while joins and serifs remain sharp enough to keep word shapes clean at display sizes. Numerals follow the same classical construction, with old-style-like curvature and steady spacing that reads consistent alongside the lowercase.
Well-suited to book typography, editorial layouts, and academic or institutional materials where a classical serif voice supports readability and credibility. It can also serve refined headings, pull quotes, and formal invitations where a traditional, well-mannered serif is preferred.
The overall tone is cultured and authoritative, leaning toward classic print typography rather than expressive or decorative styling. It conveys seriousness and tradition, with a restrained elegance suited to long-form reading and formal communication.
The design appears intended as a dependable, conventional serif for continuous reading, combining traditional proportions with just enough stroke modulation and detailing to feel refined in print-like settings. Its restrained character suggests prioritizing clarity and typographic neutrality while maintaining a classic, literary tone.
Uppercase forms present a stately presence with generous counters and a measured contrast, while the lowercase shows a calm, even cadence in running text. The Q’s sweeping tail and the slightly calligraphic shaping in bowls and shoulders add subtle personality without disrupting conventional text manners.