Serif Normal Nybeh 6 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'CG Times' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, book covers, editorial, posters, branding, traditional, authoritative, bookish, formal, impact, classicism, authority, heritage tone, editorial emphasis, bracketed, robust, sculpted, ball terminals, sharp serifs.
This is a robust serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and clearly bracketed serifs. The letterforms are compact and weighty, with sturdy verticals and tapered, calligraphic joins that create a slightly sculpted, engraved feel. Counters tend toward small-to-moderate, and curves (notably in C, G, S, and the bowls) show confident, high-contrast shaping. The lowercase includes a two-storey a and g, strong serifs on stems, and a relatively short ascender impression due to the heavy tops and terminals; figures are equally bold and traditional in proportion.
It is well suited to headlines, editorial display, and cover typography where a darker, more authoritative serif presence is desired. It can also work for branding and formal collateral, particularly when you want traditional credibility with a bit of visual punch rather than a delicate text face.
The overall tone is classic and institutional, projecting seriousness and trust. Its strong contrast and crisp serifs add a sense of refinement, while the heavy color gives it a confident, declarative voice suited to formal messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif reading of “classic” while increasing impact through heavier weight and strong contrast. It aims to balance traditional proportions and familiar structures with a more forceful, display-leaning texture for prominent settings.
In text, the dense stroke color and tight interior spaces produce a darker page rhythm, emphasizing emphasis and hierarchy. The design’s sharp beaks and tapered terminals add personality without leaving conventional serif territory, making it feel both familiar and slightly dramatic.