Serif Normal Jomof 17 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Berthold Corporate A' by Berthold and 'Corporate A' and 'Corporate A WGL' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
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A high-contrast serif with vertical stress, sharp triangular/bracketed serif terminals, and a clean, controlled rhythm. The capitals are stately and well-proportioned, while the lowercase shows traditional forms with compact bowls and clear counters. Stroke modulation is pronounced but consistent, with tapered joins and crisp edges that emphasize a refined, print-like texture in paragraphs.
Well-suited to book typography, editorial layouts, and long-form reading where a classic serif texture supports comfortable scanning. It also works effectively for headlines, pull quotes, and institutional or cultural materials that benefit from a formal, traditional voice.
This typeface projects a composed, literary tone with a sense of formality and editorial polish. Its crisp contrast and restrained detailing feel confident and authoritative without becoming ornate, giving it a classic, bookish presence.
The design appears intended for conventional text typography where a familiar, historically rooted serif voice is desirable. Its strong contrast and disciplined proportions aim to deliver a refined reading texture and a credible, established tone across headings and body copy.
The figures and capitals have a dignified, old-style sensibility, and the lowercase maintains clear differentiation between similar shapes, supporting readability in running text. Overall spacing appears even, producing a steady gray value in the sample paragraph.