Serif Normal Olger 9 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, subheads, editorial, book text, posters, traditional, bookish, authoritative, formal, readability, editorial voice, classic tone, strong presence, bracketed serifs, vertical stress, robust, sturdy, rounded terminals.
A robust serif with bracketed serifs and a slightly softened, sculpted feel. Strokes are substantial with moderate thick–thin modulation and largely vertical stress, giving the letters a steady, classical rhythm without looking delicate. Proportions feel compact and stable, with fairly tall capitals and a straightforward, readable lowercase; counters are moderately open and terminals are gently rounded rather than sharp. Numerals match the text color well and share the same sturdy, traditional construction.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as magazine headlines, section heads, and pull quotes, where its sturdy serifs and strong color carry across columns. It can also work for book typography and formal communications at comfortable reading sizes, and scales effectively for posters or announcements that benefit from a classic, authoritative voice.
The overall tone is traditional and editorial, conveying authority and familiarity. It reads as dependable and bookish, with enough weight to feel confident in headings while staying grounded in classic text-serif conventions.
The design appears intended as a conventional, readable serif with extra presence, balancing familiar oldstyle cues with a heavier build for stronger impact. It prioritizes consistent texture and clarity over high delicacy, aiming to perform reliably in composed text and assertive display settings.
The forms emphasize solidity over finesse: heavy stems, clear serifs, and smooth joins create strong color on the page. The ampersand and punctuation in the sample appear consistent in weight and presence, supporting a cohesive, print-oriented texture.