Serif Other Lyraj 9 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, branding, packaging, vintage, poster, circus, robust, dramatic, display impact, vintage tone, space saving, decorative serif, bracketed, flared, ball terminals, teardrop terminals, wedge serifs.
A compact, heavy serif with pronounced wedge-like, bracketed serifs and subtly flared stroke endings. Strokes are broadly weighted with moderate contrast and a tight overall fit, giving the letters a dense, blocky rhythm. Curves often finish in teardrop/ball terminals (notably in forms like C, J, S, and several lowercase), while verticals read sturdy and straight. Counters are relatively small for the weight, and joins are smooth rather than sharp, producing a softened, sculpted silhouette.
Best suited for posters, headlines, signage, logos, and packaging where impact and character are priorities. It performs well at large sizes, where the terminal details and serif shaping can be appreciated; in dense paragraphs it may feel heavy and attention-dominant.
The design projects a vintage display personality—confident, theatrical, and slightly eccentric. Its chunky weight and ornamental terminals evoke old-style posters and signage, with a showcard/circus flavor that feels bold and attention-seeking rather than quiet or bookish.
The font appears designed as a characterful serif display face that prioritizes strong silhouette and period-evocative detailing. Its narrow build and heavy forms suggest an intention to maximize presence in limited horizontal space while retaining a decorative, vintage tone.
The sample text shows strong word-shape presence and a distinctive texture from the recurring wedge serifs and rounded terminals. Numerals follow the same robust, flared logic, maintaining a consistent, decorative heft across the set.