Serif Normal Ibbom 9 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, body copy, magazines, academic, classic, literary, authoritative, traditional, readability, tradition, editorial voice, text setting, print-friendly, bracketed serifs, oldstyle numerals, soft terminals, bookish, warm.
A conventional serif with bracketed, gently tapered serifs and softly modeled strokes. The letterforms show moderate contrast and a steady, print-like rhythm, with slightly calligraphic shaping in curves and joins. Uppercase proportions feel sturdy and formal, while the lowercase is compact and readable, with rounded bowls and clear, open counters. Numerals appear oldstyle with varying heights and descenders, reinforcing a traditional text setting character.
Well suited to extended reading in books, essays, and editorial layouts where an even typographic color and traditional serif cues are desired. It can also serve for headings and subheads in publications that want a classic, established tone without excessive ornament.
The overall tone is classic and literary, evoking the look of familiar book typography. It reads as trustworthy and authoritative without feeling sharp or overly modern, lending a warm, established voice to long-form text.
The design appears intended as a dependable, general-purpose text serif: familiar shapes, moderate contrast, and traditional detailing aimed at comfortable readability and a timeless editorial presence.
Details such as the bracketed serifs, the diagonal stress in rounded letters, and the modestly flared stroke endings contribute to a comfortable, page-oriented texture. The ampersand and punctuation maintain the same restrained, traditional styling for consistent editorial color.