Serif Normal Ihbul 10 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cumhuriyet VF', 'Gazi', 'Manas', and 'Manas VF' by Fontuma (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literature, academic, classic, formal, literary, refined, readability, tradition, authority, editorial clarity, print elegance, bracketed, wedge serifs, transitional, crisp, calligraphic.
This serif features crisp, bracketed serifs with wedge-like terminals and a polished, print-oriented finish. Strokes show clear modulation, with stronger verticals and finer connecting strokes, producing a clean, authoritative texture in paragraphs. Capitals are proportioned with classical restraint, while the lowercase maintains a steady rhythm and conventional construction; bowls are smooth and open, and joins are neatly tapered. Numerals appear lining and text-friendly, sharing the same sharp serifs and controlled contrast for consistent color across mixed content.
Well suited to long-form reading such as books, essays, and reports, where its traditional proportions and consistent rhythm support sustained legibility. It also works effectively for editorial and magazine typography, chapter titles, pull quotes, and formal headings where a classic serif voice is desired.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, evoking book typography and institutional editorial design. Its sharp serifs and measured contrast communicate seriousness and clarity, lending a dignified, established voice rather than a casual or experimental one.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif that balances refinement with practicality, delivering a familiar, authoritative reading experience. It prioritizes clean modulation, disciplined serif shaping, and a steady typographic color that remains dependable across continuous text and mixed alphanumeric settings.
The design leans toward a transitional, print-classic feel: the contrast is present but not extreme, and the serifs remain finely shaped rather than heavy. In running text, the font maintains a stable baseline and even spacing, with a slightly crisp, engraved edge that supports readability at typical text sizes while still looking elegant at display sizes.