Serif Normal Obmid 3 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, branding, headlines, classic, literary, formal, refined, readability, tradition, editorial tone, print-like, bracketed, crisp, open, calligraphic, oldstyle.
A conventional serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and noticeable contrast between thick main strokes and fine hairlines. The drawing shows a slightly calligraphic axis and carefully tapered terminals, producing a polished, bookish texture. Counters are open and round, with moderate proportions and a steady rhythm that stays even across capitals, lowercase, and figures. The numerals and punctuation match the text tone, with clear stroke endings and balanced widths that read cleanly at display and text sizes.
Well-suited to book typography and long-form editorial work where a classic serif voice is desired. It also works effectively for magazine layouts, institutional materials, and refined branding, and can scale up for headlines or pull quotes while retaining a composed, traditional presence.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, with a refined, literary character. Its sharp hairlines and composed shapes convey formality and a measured elegance, reminiscent of established editorial and publishing typography.
The design appears intended as a familiar, trustworthy text serif that balances elegance with readability. Its contrast and bracketed detailing aim to provide a polished, print-like feel while maintaining a steady, readable rhythm in paragraph settings.
Uppercase forms feel stately and well-spaced, while the lowercase maintains an even color without becoming overly dark. Curved letters (such as C, G, O, and e) emphasize smooth bowls and controlled contrast, and diagonals (like V, W, and X) keep a crisp, tidy join behavior that supports clarity in continuous text.