Serif Normal Poliv 3 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Albra' by BumbumType, 'Periodico' by Emtype Foundry, 'Mixta' by Latinotype, 'Cotford' by Monotype, and 'Blacker Pro' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, packaging, posters, book covers, classic, dramatic, formal, literary, high impact, classic authority, premium tone, engraved flavor, bracketed, flared, beaked, incised, sculpted.
A high-contrast serif with broad proportions and a strongly chiseled, sculptural construction. Strokes move from very thick verticals to hairline joins and sharp, tapering terminals, creating crisp internal counters and a lively black–white rhythm. Serifs are bracketed and often flare into beak-like points, with wedge and spur details that give many letters an incised, engraved feel. Uppercase forms are sturdy and expansive, while lowercase maintains a conventional structure with compact joins and pronounced, pointed terminals; figures are bold, open, and display-like, with angled stress and dramatic curves.
Best suited to display settings such as magazine headlines, feature decks, cultural posters, and book-cover typography where contrast and sculpted details can read clearly. It can also work for premium packaging or branding wordmarks that benefit from a classic, high-impact serif voice.
The overall tone is assertive and refined, combining traditional bookish authority with a theatrical, attention-grabbing presence. Its sharp terminals and stark contrast suggest prestige and ceremony, while the wide stance reads confident and headline-forward.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional serif silhouette with heightened contrast and sharpened, engraved-like detailing for maximum presence. It prioritizes dramatic rhythm and distinctive terminals to create a recognizable, premium display texture.
In text, the strong contrast and tight hairlines create sparkle and texture, especially around joins and curves (notably in S, a, e, and g). The pointed, flaring details become a defining motif at larger sizes, where the engraved character reads most clearly.