Serif Normal Lekeb 17 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Periodica' and 'Skema Pro' by Mint Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, reports, branding, classic, literary, formal, trustworthy, readability, tradition, editorial tone, authority, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, robust, high legibility.
This serif shows sturdy, bracketed serifs and softly tapered strokes with moderate thick–thin modulation. Curves are generous and slightly egg-shaped, with a calm, traditional rhythm across words. Uppercase forms feel stately and even, while lowercase has oldstyle flavor—noticeably rounded bowls, a two-storey “a,” and a “g” with a pronounced ear and compact lower loop. Numerals are solid and readable, with traditional proportions and clear differentiation between similar shapes.
Well-suited to book and long-form editorial typography where a traditional serif texture and strong readability are desired. It can also serve in magazines, academic or corporate reports, and identity systems that need a conventional, authoritative serif for headlines and supporting text.
The overall tone is classical and bookish, leaning toward an established, institutional voice rather than a trendy or ornamental one. It reads as confident and familiar, with a quiet warmth that suits long-form, serious messaging. The slightly calligraphic details add a humanist touch without feeling decorative.
The letterforms suggest an intention to provide a dependable, general-purpose text serif with classic proportions and comfortable readability. Its restrained contrast and bracketed serifs aim for a familiar page color and an editorial, print-oriented sensibility.
The design holds up well at text sizes in the sample, maintaining clear counters and stable spacing. Terminals and serifs stay consistent across the set, giving paragraphs a cohesive texture, and the italics are not shown—only upright forms are observable here.