Serif Normal Legef 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Garamond' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, branding, packaging, traditional, authoritative, formal, literary, readability, tradition, authority, versatility, editorial tone, bracketed, robust, compact, ink-trap feel, ball terminals.
A robust serif with compact proportions and strong vertical stress, showing bracketed serifs and sturdy stems that hold up well at display and text sizes. Counters are relatively tight and the joins and terminals have a slightly softened, carved quality rather than razor-sharp geometry. The lowercase is compact with a notably small x-height and pronounced ascenders/descenders, while capitals are broad and steady with clear, classical construction. Figures are oldstyle-leaning in feel with varied widths and prominent curves, matching the warm, bookish rhythm of the letters.
Well suited to book typography, magazines, and long-form editorial layouts where a classic serif color is desired. The sturdy strokes and compact lowercase also support strong headlines, pull quotes, and packaging or brand wordmarks that benefit from a traditional, trustworthy tone.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, with a distinctly editorial, book-and-newspaper voice. Its weight and compact texture give it a serious, institutional presence, while the softened details keep it from feeling overly rigid.
The design appears intended as a conventional, workhorse serif with a dense, confident texture—prioritizing clarity and a classic reading experience while retaining enough weight and character for emphasis in headings.
Round letters maintain a consistent, slightly condensed rhythm, and diagonals (notably in V/W/X/Y) are heavy and confident. Terminals on forms like a, c, and f read as gently cupped, and the punctuation and dots appear large enough to remain visible in dense settings.