Serif Normal Ihbaw 3 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary titles, academic publishing, classic, bookish, formal, literary, traditional, readability, editorial tone, classic revival, print-like polish, bracketed, sharp serifs, calligraphic, refined, crisp.
A traditional serif with pronounced stroke modulation and crisp, bracketed serifs. The design shows a relatively narrow overall color with clear thick–thin contrast, tapered terminals, and sharply defined joins that create a clean, engraved-like rhythm. Capitals are stately and well-proportioned, while lowercase forms keep a compact, readable structure with a moderate x-height and clear counters. Numerals appear lining and evenly weighted, matching the text style with the same contrast and serif treatment.
Well-suited to long-form reading contexts such as books, essays, and editorial layouts where a classic serif voice is desired. It also performs convincingly in headlines and pull quotes, where the contrast and sharp serifs add elegance and hierarchy without becoming overly ornamental.
The tone is classic and literary, evoking printed books and editorial typography. Its high-contrast strokes and disciplined proportions feel formal and refined, lending an authoritative, traditional voice to text.
The design appears intended as a conventional, readable serif for professional typography, prioritizing familiar forms, steady rhythm, and a refined contrast profile for polished, print-like results.
The italics are not shown; all samples present a roman, upright style. Spacing and letterfit appear balanced in running text, with a slightly bright page color typical of high-contrast serifs at display and text sizes.