Serif Normal Usgat 7 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, literary titles, magazines, invitations, classic, literary, refined, formal, scholarly, readability, tradition, editorial tone, print elegance, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, delicate, oldstyle.
A traditional serif with bracketed serifs, tapered terminals, and moderate stroke modulation that gives the outlines a subtly calligraphic feel. Uppercase forms are steady and fairly open, with crisp hairlines on letters like E and F and fuller vertical stems that keep the texture even in larger settings. The lowercase shows oldstyle tendencies, including a two-storey a and g, compact counters, and gently cupped serifs that soften joins without turning into a slab look. Numerals mix straight and curved strokes with restrained ornament, maintaining a consistent rhythm and a bookish, print-like texture in continuous text.
Well suited to long-form reading such as books, essays, and editorial pages where a conventional serif texture is expected. It also works effectively for chapter headings, pull quotes, and refined print materials like programs or invitations that benefit from a traditional, cultured voice.
The overall tone is classic and composed, with a refined, literary character that feels at home in editorial and book contexts. Its detailing reads as traditional rather than trendy, conveying credibility and a quiet formality without becoming overly ornate.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable, conventional serif for text and display, balancing crisp detail with a readable rhythm. Its oldstyle-leaning lowercase and restrained contrast suggest an emphasis on familiar, book-centric typography with just enough character to stand out in titles.
In the sample text, spacing and proportions produce a calm, continuous gray value, while distinctive details—such as the tail on Q and the gently hooked descenders—add personality at display sizes. The type’s contrast and serifs remain clear on white backgrounds, supporting both headline and reading-oriented use when set with comfortable leading.