Serif Normal Kasi 10 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ASV Codar', 'Nazanin', 'Palatino', and 'Palatino Nova' by Linotype and 'Palladio' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary, headlines, classic, formal, authoritative, refined, text reading, editorial tone, classic refinement, formal presence, bracketed, tapered, crisp, open counters, calligraphic.
This serif typeface features sharp, bracketed serifs and pronounced stroke modulation, with thin hairlines contrasted against sturdy vertical stems. Letterforms are upright with generous widths and open interior spaces, creating a clear, slightly stately rhythm in text. Curves are smooth and controlled, terminals tend toward pointed or tapered finishes, and the overall drawing balances crisp edges with subtle bracketing at joins. Figures follow the same high-contrast logic, with traditional proportions and clear differentiation between forms.
It performs well in book and long-form editorial typography where a classic serif voice is desired, and it can also carry refined headlines or section titles thanks to its strong capital shapes and crisp contrast. It is particularly suitable for literature, cultural publishing, and formal communications that need a traditional, polished typographic texture.
The overall tone is classic and formal, evoking traditional book typography and editorial seriousness. Its high-contrast detailing and crisp serifs lend a refined, authoritative feel suited to established, conventional settings rather than casual or playful ones.
The design appears intended as a conventional, readable serif with a more elevated, high-contrast finish—aiming to combine familiar text-serif structure with a sharper, more polished presence. Its proportions and careful detailing suggest a focus on clarity and authority in continuous reading and editorial presentation.
The capitals present a strong, dignified presence with broad set widths, while the lowercase maintains readable, open shapes and a steady baseline. The design’s contrast and fine details suggest it benefits from adequate size and printing/display conditions that preserve the hairlines.