Serif Normal Lurib 3 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Minion' by Adobe; 'CT Ausetan' by Cosmos Type; 'FF Kievit Serif', 'FF Milo Serif', and 'FF Reminga' by FontFont; 'Maxime' by Monotype; and 'Calluna' by exljbris (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, book covers, magazines, posters, branding, editorial, formal, authoritative, literary, traditional, impact, readability, classic tone, editorial voice, bracketed, ball terminals, oldstyle figures, robust, crisp.
A sturdy serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and strongly bracketed, wedge-like serifs. The overall build is broad and generously proportioned, with ample interior counters and a confident, even rhythm across words. Curves are smooth and weighty, while joins and serifs remain crisp; several glyphs show subtle ball/teardrop terminals in the lowercase. Numerals appear oldstyle, with varying heights and extenders that blend naturally into text settings.
Best suited to display and editorial typography where a strong serif presence is desirable—headlines, deck lines, pull quotes, book covers, and magazine layouts. It can also work for short passages in print or large-size digital settings where its contrast and robust serifs can be appreciated.
The font conveys a classic, bookish authority—serious, editorial, and slightly old-world in tone. Its strong contrast and broad stance give it a declarative voice suited to traditional publishing and institutional communication.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-impact text serif that bridges classic proportions with a heavier, attention-grabbing color. It prioritizes authority and readability, using firm bracketed serifs and generous counters to keep dense words clear at larger sizes.
Uppercase forms feel stable and monumental, while the lowercase maintains a readable, text-forward color despite the heavy weight. Diacritics and punctuation are not shown, but the displayed set suggests careful attention to serif shaping and consistent contrast across rounds and straights.