Serif Contrasted Lebov 6 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book titling, invitations, branding, formal, classic, literary, authoritative, elegant display, editorial authority, classical tone, engraved feel, vertical stress, crisp serifs, sharp terminals, calligraphic, bookish.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced vertical stress, combining strong vertical stems with very fine hairlines. Serifs are crisp and tapered with minimal bracketing, and many curves and joins end in sharp, wedge-like terminals. The caps show a stately, slightly condensed rhythm with some octagonal/angled shaping in rounded letters (notably O/Q), while the lowercase keeps a traditional, readable structure with compact bowls and a fairly even, text-oriented color. Overall spacing reads measured and formal, with clear differentiation between thick and thin strokes that becomes more pronounced as sizes increase.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, and display typography where the fine hairlines can be appreciated, such as magazine layouts, book covers, and cultural or institutional branding. It can also work for short passages of text in print or high-resolution environments, particularly for literary or formal material.
The tone is classic and formal, with a refined, editorial feel that suggests tradition and authority. Its sharp terminals and elegant contrast give it a slightly dramatic, old-world sophistication suited to serious or ceremonial messaging.
The font appears intended to deliver a traditional serif voice with heightened contrast and crisp finishing, balancing readability with a more dramatic, refined surface. Its angular round construction and sharp terminals suggest a deliberate push toward a distinctive, engraved elegance rather than a purely utilitarian text face.
The design leans toward engraved and transitional-to-modern cues: hairline horizontals, strong stem contrast, and angular details in rounds create a crisp, cut-in look. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with distinctive shapes (notably 2/3/5/8) that read well in display settings.