Serif Contrasted Gole 9 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Monckeberg' by Latinotype (names referenced only for comparison).
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This typeface is a high-contrast italic serif with pronounced thick-to-thin modulation and crisp, tapered hairlines. Serifs read as fine wedges and flicks rather than heavy feet, giving the strokes a sharp, cut-paper finish. Proportions are generous and somewhat expansive, with open counters and a lively, slanted rhythm; many letters show calligraphic entry/exit strokes and subtly asymmetric terminals. Numerals and capitals carry the same sweeping italic motion, with distinctive flourishes on forms like Q and the diagonal-driven figures.
Best suited to display typography: magazine headlines, fashion/editorial layouts, luxury branding, and premium packaging where contrast and flair can carry the message. It can work for short text blocks or pull quotes when set with ample size and leading, but it is most impactful when allowed to show its hairlines and italic rhythm.
The overall tone is polished and expressive, balancing classical refinement with a sense of motion and spectacle. It feels upscale and fashion-forward, with a dramatic contrast that reads as confident and attention-seeking in display settings.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-fashion interpretation of an italic serif, emphasizing sharp contrast, elegant wedge serifs, and calligraphic movement. Its letterforms prioritize expressive silhouettes and headline presence over neutrality.
The italic angle is consistent across cases, and the contrast creates a bright sparkle at text sizes where hairlines remain visible. Round letters lean into oval forms, while diagonals (K, V, W, X, Y) sharpen the texture and increase the sense of speed. Some glyphs show intentional quirks—such as swashy tails and hooked terminals—that add personality without breaking the system.