Serif Normal Afkem 9 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, magazines, editorial design, literary titles, reports, classic, editorial, formal, literary, elegant, text reading, editorial tone, classic authority, refined contrast, bracketed, hairline, crisp, refined, calligraphic.
A refined, high-contrast serif with slim hairlines and sturdier main strokes, producing a crisp, polished texture in paragraphs. Serifs are bracketed and gently tapered, with a restrained, bookish modulation rather than abrupt transitions. Capitals feel stately and carefully proportioned, while the lowercase shows traditional shaping with rounded bowls, a two-storey “a,” and a single-storey “g” with a distinct ear. Overall rhythm is even and controlled, balancing sharp detail with comfortable readability at text sizes.
It performs well in long-form reading environments such as book interiors, magazines, and editorial layouts where a classic serif texture is preferred. It also suits headings, pull quotes, and refined institutional or cultural materials that benefit from a traditional, high-contrast voice.
The font conveys a classic, editorial tone—poised, cultured, and slightly formal. Its sharp hairlines and precise serifs suggest prestige and tradition, suited to contexts where authority and refinement are desirable.
The design appears intended as a conventional, print-friendly text serif that emphasizes clarity and classic proportion while adding elegance through strong stroke contrast and finely finished serifs.
Curves and joins are clean and deliberate, with narrow apertures in several letters contributing to a dense, typographic color. The numerals match the text style closely, with clear contrast and a traditional, print-oriented feel.