Serif Normal Afmul 9 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, headlines, invitations, elegant, literary, classic, refined, readability, timelessness, elegance, editorial tone, print-like texture, bracketed, hairline, calligraphic, crisp, chiseled.
This serif presents pronounced thick–thin modulation with crisp hairlines and confident vertical stress. Serifs are finely bracketed and sharply finished, giving strokes a carved, high-precision feel. Capitals are stately and moderately wide, with ample internal counters; the lowercase shows a traditional book face rhythm with compact joins and subtly tapered terminals. Curves are smooth and controlled, and diagonals (notably in V, W, and X) show strong contrast that heightens the overall sparkle. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, reading cleanly at display sizes.
Well suited to editorial design, long-form reading, and publication typography where a classic, high-contrast serif is desired. It also performs strongly for display applications such as headlines, pull quotes, and refined brand or event materials that benefit from a formal, premium tone.
The overall tone is polished and cultured, evoking classic publishing and formal typography. Its sharp contrast and poised proportions communicate seriousness and sophistication rather than casual friendliness, making it feel at home in refined, text-forward settings.
The design appears intended as a contemporary take on a traditional high-contrast text serif: maintaining familiar proportions and readable structures while emphasizing crisp hairlines, elegant serifs, and a bright, print-like texture. It aims to deliver a timeless, authoritative voice with enough distinctive detailing to feel curated rather than generic.
The italics are not shown; in the upright style visible here, the font’s sharp hairlines and narrow joins suggest it will look best with comfortable sizes and spacing, especially in print-like layouts. Distinctive, slightly calligraphic details in letters like Q, R, and g add personality without breaking a conventional text-serif voice.