Serif Normal Ligob 3 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bluteau', 'Bluteau Arabic', and 'Bluteau Hebrew' by DSType and 'Editor' by Indian Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, literary, headlines, classic, formal, refined, reading, prestige, clarity, traditional, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, sculpted, bookish.
This serif shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with sharp, tapered serifs and mostly bracketed joins that give the strokes a carved, calligraphic feel. Capitals are broad and steady, with crisp triangular terminals on letters like A, V, W, and Y, while round letters (C, G, O, Q) keep generous counters and a smooth, even curve. Lowercase forms read traditionally, with a two‑storey a and g, compact joins, and a sturdy, slightly wedge-ended rhythm that keeps text color consistent despite the contrast. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with clear vertical stress and confident, print-oriented shapes.
It works well for editorial typography such as magazines, essays, and book interiors where a classic serif voice is desired. The contrast and sharp detailing also make it effective for display use—headlines, pull quotes, and section openers—where its refined stroke endings can be appreciated.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, leaning toward a bookish, editorial voice rather than a decorative one. Its sharp serifs and crisp contrast communicate formality and polish, making it feel suited to established institutions and classic publishing aesthetics.
The design appears intended as a conventional, print-minded text serif with elevated contrast and crisp serif detailing, aiming to balance readability with a refined, classical presence across both running text and prominent headings.
In the sample text, the face maintains strong word shapes and clear punctuation at larger sizes, with a pronounced, elegant sparkle from the high-contrast strokes. The letterforms show a consistent serif treatment across cases, helping headings and body text feel unified when mixed.