Serif Normal Synag 9 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book typography, magazine, quotations, headlines, literary, formal, classic, refined, emphasis, editorial tone, classic refinement, literary texture, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, oblique stress, crisp, elegant.
This serif italic presents sharply tapered, bracketed serifs and pronounced stroke modulation, with thin hairlines contrasting against sturdier main stems. The italic construction is clear and consistent, with a steady rightward slant and subtly calligraphic shaping in bowls and terminals. Uppercase forms feel tall and disciplined, while lowercase shows smooth joins and compact counters that keep the texture even. Numerals follow the same high-contrast rhythm, with curved figures and fine entry/exit strokes that read well at display and text sizes.
This font is well suited to editorial composition where an italic is needed for emphasis—quotes, leads, subheads, captions, and pull quotes. It also works effectively for refined headlines and short-to-medium text passages in print-like layouts where a classic, high-contrast serif texture is desired.
The overall tone is polished and traditional, evoking book typography and formal editorial settings. Its high-contrast italic voice adds a sense of elegance and emphasis, suitable for expressive but controlled typography rather than casual or utilitarian use.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast serif italic that delivers a classic literary feel with clear emphasis and a disciplined typographic rhythm. It prioritizes elegance and a crisp page texture while keeping letterforms familiar and readable.
Across the alphabet, the design maintains a coherent diagonal rhythm and a slightly lively, handwritten influence without becoming ornamental. The spacing and shapes produce a clean, bright page color, and the italic angle is assertive enough to signal emphasis while remaining readable in longer phrases.