Serif Normal Hakof 9 is a light, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
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A high-contrast italic serif with slender hairlines, sharper entry/exit strokes, and smoothly bracketed serifs. The overall construction shows a pronounced rightward slant, tapered terminals, and a calligraphic rhythm where curves and diagonals feel slightly drawn rather than purely mechanical. Counters are open and oval, with a lively baseline movement created by angled strokes and subtly asymmetric shapes. Numerals follow the same refined contrast and italic stress, with elegant curves and thin joins that keep the texture light and airy in text.
Well-suited for editorial design, book typography, and literary or cultural applications where an elegant italic voice is needed. It also fits refined branding, invitations, and pull quotes or headings where its high-contrast detailing and flowing rhythm can be appreciated at comfortable sizes.
The font conveys a cultivated, literary tone—graceful and composed rather than loud. Its delicate contrast and sweeping italics suggest tradition, formality, and a sense of editorial polish suitable for sophisticated reading experiences.
Likely intended as a classic, text-oriented italic that brings calligraphic grace and typographic refinement to conventional serif settings. The design prioritizes elegant rhythm, crisp contrast, and a polished page color for sophisticated composition.
In the sample text, the italics create a smooth, continuous flow, especially in rounded letters and in long word shapes, producing a distinctly editorial texture. The thin hairlines and sharp terminals add sparkle at larger sizes, while the pronounced italic forms favor expressive typography over utilitarian neutrality.