Serif Normal Mirah 13 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Ames' Roman' and 'Ames' Text' by Greater Albion Typefounders (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, book covers, magazines, posters, branding, editorial, formal, classical, authoritative, dramatic, editorial impact, classic refinement, premium feel, headline emphasis, bracketed, hairline, sharp, sculpted, display-ish.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp hairline serifs that read as bracketed but sharply tapered. The construction feels tightly drawn and upright, with compact internal counters and strong vertical stress, giving the letters a dense, inky presence. Terminals are clean and decisive—often ending in fine points or narrow wedges—while curves (notably in C, G, S, and the figures) show smooth, controlled transitions. Lowercase proportions are traditional, with relatively sturdy stems against very fine connecting strokes, and the numerals carry the same dramatic contrast and refined finishing.
Best suited for display and editorial applications such as headlines, deck copy, book or album covers, magazine titles, and refined branding. It can also work for pull quotes or short passages where a classic serif tone and strong contrast are desired, particularly at sizes that preserve the hairline detail.
The overall tone is polished and traditional, leaning toward an editorial and institutional voice. Its sharp contrast and sculpted details add a sense of ceremony and drama, making it feel confident and slightly luxurious rather than casual.
The design appears intended to modernize a conventional text-serif model with heightened contrast and crisp finishing, delivering a traditional yet attention-grabbing voice for editorial typography. Its disciplined upright stance and refined details suggest a focus on elegant, high-impact composition rather than purely utilitarian body copy.
The sample text shows strong word-shape definition and a rhythmic sparkle from the hairlines, especially in mixed-case settings. At larger sizes the fine details and pointed terminals become a key part of its character, while dense strokes and compact counters create a weighty, authoritative texture.