Serif Normal Ihbaw 7 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Georgia Pro' by Microsoft, 'Georgia' and 'Georgia Ref' by Microsoft Corporation, and 'Interviewer' by T-26 (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, reports, literature, classic, literary, formal, refined, readability, traditional tone, print text, editorial clarity, bracketed, crisp, calligraphic, oldstyle.
This serif presents a traditional text-face structure with sharply defined, bracketed serifs and clear thick–thin modulation. Curves are smoothly drawn and the joins feel controlled, producing a steady rhythm across words. Capitals are stately and proportioned with restrained flourish, while the lowercase shows a modest, readable texture with slightly tapered terminals and a crisp, vertical stress. Numerals follow the same formal logic, with open, well-shaped counters and clean alignment that suits running text and titling alike.
Well-suited to long-form reading such as books, essays, and editorial layouts where a classic serif texture is desired. It also works effectively for reports, formal communications, and display-sized headlines that benefit from a traditional, refined serif voice.
The overall tone is classical and bookish, with a composed, authoritative presence. Its contrast and crisp finishing give it a refined, editorial voice—more formal than casual—suggesting tradition, care, and seriousness without feeling ornate.
The design appears intended as a conventional, print-friendly serif optimized for comfortable reading and a familiar typographic tone. Its controlled contrast and bracketed detailing aim to deliver a classic literary feel with enough crispness for modern editorial use.
The sample text shows consistent color and even spacing at larger sizes, with punctuation and ampersand rendered in a conventional, print-oriented manner. The forms balance sharp detail with smooth curvature, creating a polished texture that remains legible while still feeling distinctly typographic.