Serif Normal Moles 11 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Silvana' by Blaze Type and 'Acta Deck', 'Acta Display', 'Acta Pro Deck', 'Acta Pro Display', 'Acta Pro Headline', 'Glosa Display', and 'Leitura Two Display' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book titles, headlines, branding, elegant, classical, formal, literary, refinement, authority, editorial tone, classic feel, display impact, bracketed, wedge serifs, crisp, high-contrast, refined.
A high-contrast serif with sharp, tapered serifs and clean, vertical stress. Strokes shift dramatically from hairline connections to broad stems, producing a crisp, engraved feel. The letterforms are upright with compact, controlled proportions and a steady rhythm in text; curves are smooth and tightly drawn, and terminals often finish in pointed or subtly flared wedges. Capitals feel stately and structured, while the lowercase shows a sturdy serifed skeleton with clear joins and a measured x-height.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as magazines, book jackets, and sophisticated long-form layouts where a classic serif voice is desired. It also works effectively for headlines, pull quotes, and brand identities that benefit from a refined, high-contrast look.
The overall tone is polished and traditional, with an editorial seriousness that reads as premium and authoritative. Its sharp contrast and pointed details add a slightly dramatic, fashion-forward edge while staying firmly rooted in classic book and magazine typography.
Designed to deliver a conventional, literature-friendly serif voice with heightened contrast and crisp detailing for an elevated, contemporary-editorial finish. The intent appears to balance classic proportions with sharper, more stylish terminals that hold presence in display use while remaining coherent in text.
In larger sizes the hairlines and fine serifs become a defining detail, giving headlines a cut, chiseled presence. In paragraph settings, the contrast creates lively texture and a bright page color, favoring well-spaced layouts where the thin strokes can remain distinct.