Serif Normal Ihbaw 5 is a light, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Antiqua Pro' by SoftMaker and 'URW Antiqua' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary, headlines, classic, formal, refined, readability, tradition, editorial polish, typographic refinement, bracketed, transitional, crisp, elegant, calligraphic.
A refined serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and clean, tapered bracketed serifs. The outlines feel crisp and controlled, with moderately open counters and a steady baseline rhythm in text. Capitals are stately with classic proportions, while lowercase forms show traditional construction—double-storey a and g, a compact bowl structure, and a clear, slightly calligraphic stress. Numerals appear lining and similarly high-contrast, matching the text color without becoming overly decorative.
Well-suited to book and long-form editorial typography where a classic serif voice and clear rhythm are desirable. It can also serve effectively for magazine features, academic or cultural publishing, and refined headlines or subheads where its contrast and crisp serifs add sophistication.
The overall tone is traditional and cultured, evoking book typography and established editorial voices. Its contrast and sharp finishing details give it a polished, slightly formal presence that reads as trustworthy and well-mannered rather than casual.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif that balances traditional letterforms with a clean, contemporary sharpness. Its consistent rhythm and controlled detailing suggest a focus on readable, professional typography for editorial and literary contexts.
Spacing appears even and text color stays consistent in the paragraph sample, with distinctive serif terminals and a gently sculpted feel in joins and brackets. The ampersand and punctuation follow the same restrained, classic styling, supporting continuous reading without drawing attention away from content.