Serif Normal Miraz 1 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kepler' by Adobe, 'Empira' by Hoftype, 'Linotype Centennial' by Linotype, and 'Acta Deck' and 'Acta Pro Deck' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book covers, posters, formal, authoritative, classic, stately, classic elegance, editorial impact, formal tone, premium finish, bracketed, sharp serifs, teardrop terminals, crisp, dramatic.
This serif has a crisp, high-contrast build with strong vertical stems and hairline connecting strokes. Serifs are finely bracketed and sharp, giving a cut-stone, engraved feel rather than a soft, calligraphic one. The lowercase shows compact bowls and a steady rhythm, with noticeable modulation in curves and joins; terminals frequently resolve into small teardrops and pointed beaks. Capitals are sturdy and wide-set with pronounced entry/exit details, and the numerals follow the same high-contrast logic with clean, sculpted counters.
Well-suited for headlines, deck type, pull quotes, and other editorial display settings where its contrast and sharp serifs can be appreciated. It also fits book covers and formal print materials that benefit from a classic, authoritative voice.
The overall tone is formal and confident, with a distinctly editorial presence. Its sharp finishing and dramatic contrast suggest tradition and authority, evoking printed literature, certificates, and classic display typography. The personality reads serious and refined rather than playful or casual.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif reading of tradition with elevated drama: sturdy main strokes, refined hairlines, and crisp serif finishing that reads as premium and print-forward. It seems aimed at giving typography a formal, established tone while remaining broadly familiar.
In the sample text, the strong contrast and sharp detailing stand out most at larger sizes, where hairlines and small terminals remain visible and contribute to a polished, high-end texture. The shapes keep a consistent, deliberate cadence across upper- and lowercase, with a slightly emphatic, headline-oriented color on the page.