Serif Normal Linuy 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Augustea' by Berthold; 'Century Expanded' by Bitstream; 'Benton Modern', 'Escrow', and 'Moderno FB' by Font Bureau; 'Clarion' by Monotype; 'Scotch' by Positype; 'Century No. 1 SB' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection; and 'Worldwide' by Shinntype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: books, editorials, magazines, headlines, formal print, formal, classic, editorial, elegant, authoritative, readability, tradition, clarity, prestige, editorial tone, bracketed, crisp, high-contrast, literary, refined.
A high-contrast serif with vertical stress, sharp hairlines, and sturdy main stems. Serifs are bracketed and neatly cut, with a clear, classical rhythm and moderate, bookish proportions. The texture is smooth and even in paragraph settings, while the stronger thick–thin transitions add sparkle at display sizes.
Well-suited to book and long-form editorial layouts, including novels, essays, magazines, and journals. It also works effectively for formal branding, invitations, certificates, and headline typography where a traditional, high-end serif presence is desired. The strong contrast makes it particularly compelling in larger sizes for titles and pull quotes.
This typeface conveys a poised, literary tone with a sense of tradition and refinement. The crisp contrast and controlled detailing give it a formal, editorial voice that feels confident and slightly ceremonial rather than casual.
The design appears intended for conventional text typography with an elevated, classic character. Its contrast and carefully shaped serifs aim to balance refinement with clear letterforms for continuous reading, while still offering enough sharpness to stand up in headings.
The numerals and capitals share the same polished, high-contrast logic as the lowercase, creating a cohesive, classic page color. Curves are smoothly drawn and terminals feel deliberately finished, giving the font a composed, authoritative appearance in running text.