Serif Flared Anbab 12 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This serif shows pronounced thick–thin contrast with tapered, flaring stroke endings and finely shaped serifs that feel more carved than slabbed. Curves are smooth and generously drawn, with sharp hairlines and pointed terminals in letters like a, c, and f. Capitals are stately and slightly wide-feeling in their bowls (C, G, O), while the lowercase keeps a moderate x-height with distinctive, calligraphic details and a lively rhythm. Numerals follow the same contrasty logic, mixing strong verticals with delicate curves and angled entry/exit strokes.
It performs best in display sizes such as headlines, editorial decks, and cover typography where its contrast and refined detailing remain clear. It can also serve premium branding and formal materials where an elegant serif voice is desired, especially with ample leading and comfortable tracking.
The overall tone is polished and literary, balancing classical formality with a touch of modern sharpness. High contrast and tapered endings create a sense of sophistication and drama, suitable for statements and titles rather than utilitarian texture.
The design appears intended to deliver a high-end serif voice with classical proportions and calligraphic sharpness, using flared endings and crisp hairlines to heighten elegance and visual tension. It aims to read as cultured and contemporary while staying rooted in traditional serif construction.
Spacing in the samples reads open and well-paced, letting the hairlines breathe and emphasizing the font’s crisp vertical stress. The flared endings and bracketed connections give the shapes a subtly hand-influenced, engraved feel even in larger text settings.