Serif Normal Olrih 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Classic Round' and 'Classic XtraRound' by Durotype, 'Diaria Pro' by Mint Type, 'Amasis' by Monotype, 'Directa Serif' by Outras Fontes, and 'Cabrito' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazine, posters, traditional, scholarly, authoritative, newspaper, bookish, editorial impact, classic readability, print emphasis, traditional tone, bracketed, ball terminals, robust, rounded, high-ink.
A sturdy serif with generous weight and softly bracketed serifs that widen into rounded, ink-trap-like feet. Strokes are largely even with modest contrast, producing a dark, confident texture on the page. Curves are full and slightly squarish in places, with frequent ball terminals and rounded joins that keep the heavy forms from feeling harsh. Proportions lean classic rather than condensed, with compact counters and a steady rhythm that reads as traditional text typography at display and headline sizes.
Well-suited to editorial headlines, magazine typography, and book-cover titling where a strong, classic serif presence is needed. The heavy color and sturdy details also make it effective for posters and branded statements that want a traditional, print-forward feel.
The overall tone feels traditional and dependable, with a scholarly, editorial voice. Its weight and rounded finishing details give it a warm, slightly nostalgic presence—serious without becoming brittle or formal.
This design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif reading voice with extra heft for emphasis, combining classic proportions with rounded, softened serif shaping to stay legible and friendly in larger text settings.
The numerals are bold and clear with prominent serifs and rounded curves, matching the overall high-ink color. The font maintains consistent weight and terminal treatment across uppercase and lowercase, creating a cohesive, old-style editorial texture.