Serif Normal Obdej 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, literary fiction, longform reading, magazines, classic, literary, refined, authoritative, formal, text reading, editorial tone, classic revival, page elegance, traditional voice, bracketed serifs, oldstyle numerals, calligraphic stress, diagonal stress, open counters.
A high-contrast serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and a smooth transition from thick verticals to hairline curves. The letterforms show a distinctly calligraphic, oldstyle influence: diagonally stressed rounds, tapered terminals, and generous, open counters that keep the texture readable in text. Uppercase proportions feel balanced and slightly dignified, while the lowercase has a steady rhythm with moderate ascenders/descenders and subtly varied widths across characters. Numerals appear text-oriented, with several oldstyle figures (notably a descending 3 and 9) that blend naturally into running copy.
This face is well suited to book interiors, magazine articles, and other longform editorial contexts where a classic serif texture and clear word shapes are desired. It can also serve effectively for formal headings, pull quotes, and refined brand copy when paired with generous leading and thoughtful tracking.
The overall tone is traditional and cultivated, evoking book typography and editorial refinement. It reads as confident and authoritative without feeling overly ornate, making it suitable for serious, established voices.
The design appears intended as a conventional, text-first serif that borrows from oldstyle models to achieve warmth and readability while preserving a polished, contemporary finish. Its contrast and detailing suggest an emphasis on elegant page color and a familiar literary voice.
In the sample text, the font maintains an even color despite the strong contrast, with clean joins and tidy spacing that supports continuous reading. Round letters (like O/C/G) emphasize diagonal stress, and terminals on S and a few lowercase forms add a gentle, classic flourish rather than sharp modern abruptness.