Serif Normal Olduj 9 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Classic Round' and 'Classic XtraRound' by Durotype, 'Demos Next' by Linotype, and 'Portada' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, books, editorial, reports, academic, traditional, bookish, formal, trustworthy, readability, neutrality, traditional text, print utility, bracketed serifs, oldstyle figures, soft joins, rounded terminals, moderate stress.
A conventional serif with bracketed, gently flared serifs and moderately rounded joins that soften the overall texture. Strokes show moderate contrast with smooth transitions into serifs, producing an even, readable rhythm in text. Proportions feel balanced and classic, with sturdy capitals, a modest x-height, and open counters that keep the interior spaces clear at typical reading sizes. Numerals appear oldstyle (text figures), integrating naturally with lowercase in continuous copy.
Well-suited for extended reading in books, essays, reports, and editorial layouts where a familiar serif voice is preferred. It can also serve for headings and subheads when a classic, authoritative tone is needed without looking ornate.
The tone is traditional and bookish, projecting familiarity and quiet authority rather than novelty. Its restrained contrast and softened detailing give it a warm, approachable formality suited to serious, information-forward typography.
The design appears intended as a dependable, general-purpose text serif that prioritizes readability and typographic neutrality. Its softened serifs and moderate contrast suggest a focus on comfortable, continuous reading and conventional publishing use.
In the sample text, spacing and color read steady and controlled, with a slightly sturdy, print-oriented feel. The serifs and terminals avoid sharp, high-contrast crispness, favoring rounded shaping that supports long-form legibility.