Serif Normal Ibmag 6 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book text, magazines, packaging, traditional, authoritative, literary, formal, readability, authority, tradition, print focus, headline impact, bracketed, robust, crisp, compact, classic.
A robust serif with compact proportions and strongly bracketed wedge serifs. Strokes show a clear but moderate contrast, with sturdy verticals and slightly tapered joins that keep counters open at display sizes. The capitals are wide and stable with confident terminals, while the lowercase is compact and sturdy, featuring two-storey forms for a and g and a relatively short, firm-shouldered texture. Overall rhythm is dense and even, with crisp edges and a slightly oldstyle-influenced, bookish construction rather than a geometric or high-contrast model.
Well-suited for editorial headlines and subheads, book and magazine typography, and brand applications that benefit from a classic serif presence. It can also work for packaging or certificates where a dense, traditional texture and strong letterforms help carry authority and legibility.
The tone feels traditional and editorial, projecting authority and familiarity. Its weight and compact color add seriousness and a slightly vintage, print-forward character that reads as reliable and institutional rather than playful or minimalist.
The design appears intended as a conventional, print-oriented serif with extra heft for emphasis, aiming to deliver a dependable reading rhythm and strong typographic presence in both display and text settings.
At larger sizes the serifs and bracketing become a key part of the personality, giving headings a strong typographic voice. The numerals appear sturdy and classic in proportion, matching the texty construction and maintaining a consistent, solid color.