Serif Normal Jorab 3 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazines, branding, classic, formal, literary, authoritative, authority, elegance, editorial clarity, traditionalism, bracketed, wedge serifs, vertical stress, sharp apexes, tight spacing.
This serif shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with a strong vertical axis and crisp, bracketed wedge serifs. Capitals are compact and slightly condensed with sharp apexes (notably in A, V, W) and sturdy, sculpted stems that create a stately rhythm. Lowercase forms keep a traditional structure with a moderate x-height, narrow apertures, and tapered terminals that read as refined rather than blunt. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with elegant curves and firm verticals, producing a cohesive text color that stays dark and controlled at display sizes.
Well suited to headlines, subheads, and other prominent editorial applications where contrast and sharp serifs can carry visual authority. It also fits book covers, magazine titles, and refined brand wordmarks that want a traditional, cultivated feel. In longer passages it will read most comfortably when given adequate size and spacing so the fine strokes don’t crowd.
The overall tone is classical and serious, leaning toward literary and institutional rather than casual or playful. Its sharp serifs and pronounced contrast add a sense of ceremony and tradition, giving text a confident, editorial voice. The slightly compact proportions contribute to a disciplined, formal impression.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast serif for polished typography—emphasizing elegance, authority, and a classic print cadence while maintaining disciplined proportions for structured layouts.
The design’s high contrast and tight internal spacing make it particularly striking in larger settings, where the hairlines and tapered terminals remain clearly defined. The forms feel built around verticality and crisp edges, yielding a composed, print-like texture with an engraved sensibility.