Serif Normal Ifnuv 3 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, body copy, academic, reports, classic, literary, formal, trustworthy, refined, readability, tradition, neutrality, versatility, editorial tone, bracketing, transitional, bookish, crisp, balanced.
A classic serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and moderately modulated strokes. The letterforms are generously proportioned with open counters and a steady, even rhythm, giving paragraphs a calm, readable texture. Terminals tend toward clean, slightly tapered finishes, and the curves (notably in C, G, O, and e) are smooth and controlled rather than calligraphically dramatic. Numerals are clear and traditionally styled, matching the overall text-oriented construction.
Well suited to long-form reading in books, magazines, and editorial layouts where a stable, classic serif texture is desirable. It also fits reports, academic material, and institutional communications that benefit from a traditional, credible voice, with capitals that can support headings and pull quotes.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, evoking book typography and editorial conventions. It reads as formal without feeling ornate, with a restrained elegance that supports long-form content and serious messaging.
The design appears intended as a dependable, general-purpose text serif: traditional in construction, balanced in proportion, and tuned for comfortable reading over extended passages while maintaining a polished, conventional appearance.
In the sample text, spacing and color stay even across lines, with punctuation and capitals sitting confidently without calling attention to themselves. The lowercase shows familiar, conventional forms that prioritize clarity, while the capitals carry a slightly stately presence suited to headings and titling.