Serif Normal Pobah 1 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Times Eighteen' and 'Times Ten' by Linotype, 'Geller' by Ludka Biniek, 'Cotford' and 'Times New Roman' by Monotype, 'Riccione Serial' by SoftMaker, and 'Nimbus Roman No. 9' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book titles, magazines, packaging, classic, authoritative, formal, dramatic, prestige, readability, tradition, editorial voice, display impact, bracketed, sculpted, swashy, ball terminals, oldstyle figures.
A high-contrast serif with strongly sculpted, bracketed serifs and pronounced thick–thin modulation through stems, bowls, and diagonals. Capitals have crisp, classical proportions with sharp apexes and confident horizontal terminals, while the lowercase shows rounded bowls, a two-storey a, and a gently calligraphic rhythm. Several letters feature ball terminals and tapered entries, giving the forms a slightly swashy, engraved feel without becoming overtly decorative. Numerals appear as oldstyle figures with varied heights and distinctive curves, reinforcing a traditional text-oriented tone.
Well suited to headlines, subheads, and editorial typography where contrast and sculpted serifs can contribute character and hierarchy. It can also work for book covers and title pages, and for premium packaging or branding that benefits from a traditional, authoritative serif voice. In longer text, it will deliver a distinctly classic texture, especially when set with generous leading.
The overall voice is classic and editorial—confident, formal, and a bit theatrical due to the strong contrast and sculpted details. It reads as established and literary, evoking book typography and traditional print craftsmanship rather than a neutral utilitarian serif.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, bookish serif with elevated contrast and refined finishing, emphasizing a sense of tradition and prestige. Its mix of classical capitals, lively lowercase terminals, and oldstyle numerals suggests a focus on sophisticated editorial composition and display-forward typography.
The design’s lively stroke modulation creates a dark, textured color in paragraphs, especially at larger sizes, where the terminals and brackets become a defining feature. Round letters (C, G, O) feel full and polished, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) show crisp thinning that adds sparkle to the line. The italic is not shown; the samples reflect a consistent upright roman throughout.