Serif Normal Ihrak 3 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, academic, traditional, literary, refined, authoritative, readability, text setting, editorial tone, classic voice, bracketed serifs, oldstyle, calligraphic stress, warm, readable.
This serif shows softly bracketed serifs, moderate stroke contrast, and a gently calligraphic modulation that gives curves a warm, oldstyle feel. Proportions are fairly compact in the capitals with sturdy verticals, while the lowercase has a notably tall x-height and open counters that support continuous reading. Terminals and joins are rounded rather than sharp, keeping the texture smooth in paragraph settings; curves in letters like C, G, and S read steady and controlled, and the overall rhythm is even without feeling rigid.
It is well suited to body copy in books, magazines, and editorial layouts where a steady reading rhythm is important. The tall lowercase and moderate contrast also make it a strong option for academic or institutional documents, as well as headlines and subheads that want a traditional serif voice without excessive delicacy.
The tone is classic and bookish, with a calm authority that feels suited to established institutions and long-form reading. It projects a measured, editorial voice—serious and trustworthy—without becoming overly formal or ornate.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif optimized for readability and a familiar typographic color. Its moderated contrast, bracketed serifs, and tall lowercase suggest a focus on comfortable long-form setting while preserving a classic, literary character.
Numerals appear text-friendly and consistent in color with the lowercase, and the punctuation in the sample text sits cleanly without drawing attention. Overall spacing looks balanced, creating a cohesive gray value in multi-line settings.