Serif Normal Miram 7 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Empira' by Hoftype, 'Linotype Centennial' by Linotype, 'Elgraine' and 'Restora Neue' by Nasir Udin, and 'Riccione Serial' by SoftMaker (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, formal, classic, dramatic, assertive, impactful text, print tradition, refined authority, headline emphasis, bracketed, crisp, calligraphic, sculpted, high-waisted.
This serif shows strong thick–thin modulation with crisp joins and sharply cut terminals. Serifs are bracketed and slightly wedge-like, giving the strokes a sculpted, engraved feel rather than a blunt slab impression. Capitals are broad and steady, while the lowercase has compact bowls and a fairly sturdy presence, with rounded forms contrasted by narrow hairlines and tapered entry/exit strokes. Overall spacing reads open enough for display use, with letterforms that alternate between firm verticals and lively curves for a rhythmic, text-serifs-meets-display cadence.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, and pull quotes where contrast and sharp serif detailing can be appreciated. It also fits book and magazine work, cover typography, and brand marks that want a traditional, authoritative voice with strong presence.
The tone is classic and editorial, with a confident, slightly dramatic snap from the contrast and sharp detailing. It feels traditional and authoritative, suggesting print-era refinement while still reading as bold and attention-grabbing in modern layouts.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif reading experience with extra impact, using pronounced contrast and crisp terminals to add drama while retaining familiar proportions and a stable, upright stance.
The numerals and caps carry a strong, poster-friendly silhouette, and the punctuation-like detailing (such as pointed terminals and teardrop-like finishes) reinforces a refined, old-style sensibility. Diagonals and curved joins are handled with clear, intentional transitions that keep the design crisp at larger sizes.