Serif Normal Maja 2 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Aman' by Blaze Type, 'Poynter Old Style' by Font Bureau, 'FF Kievit Serif' by FontFont, and 'PS Fournier Std' by Typofonderie (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book titles, posters, branding, traditional, authoritative, stately, bookish, editorial impact, classic readability, formal tone, print flavor, bracketed, oldstyle, ball terminals, robust, warm.
A robust serif with strong thick–thin modulation, bracketed serifs, and a slightly oldstyle, calligraphic undercurrent. Curves are full and rounded, counters are generous, and joins show smooth transitions that keep the heavy weight from feeling rigid. The lowercase features two‑storey a and g, a compact, sturdy rhythm, and occasional ball-like terminals (notably on r and parts of the figure set). Numerals appear lining with pronounced contrast and clear, open forms, while capitals maintain broad proportions and confident, stable stems.
Well suited to headlines, deck copy, and editorial typography where a strong serif voice is desirable. It can also anchor book or magazine titles, institutional branding, and poster work that benefits from classic authority and high-contrast detail.
The tone is classic and authoritative, with a confident, editorial presence. Its high-contrast forms and emphatic serifs suggest tradition and gravitas, while the rounded curves add warmth rather than austerity.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif interpreted with heightened weight and contrast for impact. It aims to deliver traditional readability and familiar letterforms while projecting a more emphatic, display-capable presence.
In text settings the color is dark and emphatic, producing strong typographic voice at display-to-subhead sizes. The overall spacing and broad letterforms create a steady, readable rhythm, while the crisp contrast and prominent serifs add a formal, print-like finish.