Serif Normal Pime 3 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A high-contrast serif with a sculpted, display-oriented build and crisp, hairline terminals. The design emphasizes vertical stress and alternating thick/thin strokes, with sharply cut serifs and wedge-like finishing on many letters. Uppercase forms feel stately and expansive, while the lowercase shows compact bowls, tight apertures, and distinctive ear/terminal shaping that adds character without becoming ornamental. Numerals match the same dramatic contrast and sharp finishing, producing a bright, polished texture at larger sizes.
Best suited for headlines, magazine typography, pull quotes, and brand identities where a sophisticated, high-contrast serif is desired. It can also work for premium packaging and invitations, particularly when set at sizes large enough to preserve its hairline detail.
The overall tone is elegant and assertive, combining classic bookish authority with a fashion-forward, premium sheen. Its pronounced contrast and sharp detailing create a sense of drama and sophistication suited to refined, high-end communication.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on classic high-contrast serif conventions—prioritizing elegance, crispness, and visual impact for editorial and branding contexts.
In running text, the strong stroke modulation and fine hairlines create a lively rhythm with noticeable sparkle, especially in combinations with rounds and diagonals. The letterforms lean toward display clarity rather than long-form robustness, rewarding generous sizes and careful spacing.