Serif Normal Magy 13 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Berthold Caslon Book' by Berthold, 'Baskerville Old Serial' by SoftMaker, 'Frasa' by Tokotype, and 'TS Old Baskerville' by TypeShop Collection (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, authoritative, classic, stately, formal, gravitas, legibility, editorial voice, heritage tone, headline impact, bracketed, vertical stress, crisp, printlike, robust.
A robust serif with pronounced stroke contrast and crisp, bracketed serifs. Capitals are broad-shouldered and steady, with strong horizontals and a clear vertical axis, while curves show controlled modulation and firm terminals. Lowercase forms keep a traditional text rhythm, with compact apertures and substantial bowls; the overall color is dense and stable, reading as confident and print-oriented at display sizes. Numerals match the weight and contrast, with rounded forms that feel anchored by decisive finishing strokes.
Well-suited to headlines, cover typography, and editorial settings where a strong, classic serif voice is needed. It can add gravitas to branding and packaging, and works effectively for pull quotes or short-form text where a dark, confident typographic color is desirable.
The tone is authoritative and traditional, evoking classic editorial typography and institutional formality. Its heavy presence and refined contrast suggest seriousness and confidence rather than lightness or play.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif look with heightened presence—pairing traditional letter construction with a sturdier weight and clear contrast to project authority and readability in prominent settings.
The face maintains a consistent, conventional construction across the alphabet, favoring familiar proportions and restrained detailing over idiosyncratic gestures. In the sample text, the dense texture and strong serifs create a commanding typographic voice, especially in headings and emphatic lines.