Serif Normal Luriz 16 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Century Oldstyle' by Bitstream, 'Acta Pro' by Monotype, 'Century Old Style SB' and 'Century Old Style SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Century Old Style Pro' by SoftMaker, and 'Century Old Style' by Tilde (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, body copy, headlines, academic, classic, bookish, formal, refined, literary, readability, tradition, editorial tone, authority, bracketed, transitional, calligraphic, crisp, text-ready.
A conventional serif with bracketed wedges and pronounced thick–thin modulation that produces a crisp, high-contrast texture. Curves are smoothly modeled with relatively sharp terminals, while verticals stay sturdy and straight, giving the face a stable, print-oriented rhythm. Capitals are dignified and slightly compact, with clear serif shaping; lowercase forms are traditional with open counters and a steady baseline, and the overall spacing reads even in paragraph settings. Numerals follow the same old-style modeling, with round forms and firm stems that align well with text.
Well-suited to long-form reading such as books, essays, and editorial layouts where a familiar serif voice and clear paragraph rhythm are needed. It also scales effectively for headings and pull quotes, adding a traditional, authoritative presence without becoming overly decorative.
The font conveys a classic, literary tone associated with traditional book typography and editorial design. Its high-contrast serifs and measured proportions suggest formality and seriousness while remaining approachable for sustained reading.
The design appears intended as a dependable, conventional text serif that balances refined contrast with sturdy structure for clarity in continuous reading. Its detailing prioritizes familiar letterforms and an established typographic voice over novelty.
In the sample text, the type maintains a consistent color and clear word shapes, with sharp joins and neatly bracketed serifs that help define line rhythm. The italic is not shown; all examples appear upright.