Serif Normal Onze 2 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazines, posters, classic, authoritative, traditional, formal, publishing, authority, readability, heritage, bracketed, ball terminals, robust, crisp, bookish.
A robust serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and firmly bracketed serifs. The letters show compact, confident proportions with a steady vertical axis and clean, decisive joins. Rounded forms (like O, C, e) are smooth and full, while stroke endings frequently resolve into subtle ball/teardrop terminals and strong serif feet. Spacing and rhythm read as even and text-oriented, with sturdy counters and clear character silhouettes that hold up well at display sizes.
Well suited to editorial headlines, magazine typography, and book-cover titling where strong serifs and contrast can carry a page. It can also support short to medium-length text in printed matter—such as essays, pull quotes, and captions—when a traditional, authoritative voice is desired.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, projecting authority and tradition without feeling overly ornate. Its weight and contrast give it a confident, headline-ready presence, while the familiar shapes keep it grounded and readable. The impression is bookish and institutional—appropriate for content that aims to feel established and trustworthy.
The design appears intended as a conventional serif for publishing and display, balancing familiar old-style cues with enough weight and contrast to perform confidently in prominent settings. It prioritizes a stable reading rhythm and a classic typographic color while adding character through assertive serifs and rounded terminals.
Capitals feel particularly solid and monument-like, with emphatic serifs that anchor lines visually. The lowercase shows a slightly more lively texture through rounded terminals and compact bowls, helping long text avoid looking rigid. Numerals share the same strong serif language and contrast, blending well with text and headings.