Serif Normal Obgik 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, institutional, headlines, formal, literary, classic, authoritative, readability, tradition, clarity, credibility, polish, bracketed serifs, tapered terminals, vertical stress, crisp detailing, sharp apexes.
A conventional serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and sharp, clean terminals. Serifs read as bracketed and tapered rather than blocky, with a steady vertical stress and disciplined proportions. Capitals are sturdy and dignified, while the lowercase keeps a compact, readable rhythm with clear counters and distinctly shaped forms; the overall color is firm without feeling heavy.
Well suited for books, long-form editorial layouts, and institutional communications where a classic serif tone is desired. It also works effectively for headlines, pull quotes, and typographic branding that needs a traditional, trustworthy feel. The strong contrast and sharp finishing details can add elegance in print-oriented designs and formal documents.
This typeface conveys a formal, literary tone with a hint of traditional authority. Its crisp contrast and refined detailing feel composed and editorial, suited to settings where credibility and polish matter.
The design appears intended as a dependable text serif that balances refinement with straightforward legibility. Its contrast and serif shaping aim to provide a classical voice for sustained reading while still looking crisp in larger, display-like settings.
Figures appear lining with traditional serif construction, matching the uppercase’s formal stance. The sample text shows consistent spacing and a stable baseline, producing an even texture across lines while preserving the distinctive high-contrast sparkle typical of classic text serifs.