Serif Normal Olgin 8 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, newspapers, academic, classic, literary, formal, traditional, scholarly, readability, tradition, compact setting, authority, bracketed, oldstyle, robust, compact, ink-trap feel.
A compact, sturdy serif with bracketed terminals and a generally low-contrast, heavy stroke presence. The letterforms show slightly tapered stems and subtly flared ends rather than geometric slabs, with rounded joins that keep counters open at text sizes. Proportions are tight and economical, with relatively short extenders and a dense rhythm that reads as authoritative. Numerals and capitals keep the same robust color, with soft curves and restrained detailing that avoid sharp, high-contrast finials.
Well-suited to continuous reading in print and dense editorial layouts where a firm, even typographic color is desirable. It can also support formal headings, pull quotes, and institutional materials that benefit from a traditional serif voice without delicate, high-contrast strokes.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, suggesting established editorial typography and institutional communication. Its solid color and conservative shapes convey seriousness and reliability, with just enough softness in the bracketing to feel approachable rather than severe.
Likely designed to provide a dependable, conventional text serif optimized for compact setting and clear typographic rhythm. The emphasis appears to be on sturdiness and consistent readability, pairing classic serif cues with a heavier, more assertive overall presence.
The face maintains a consistent, even texture across mixed-case text, with a slightly condensed cadence that helps long lines feel controlled. Curved letters (like C, G, O) are smoothly drawn and the serif treatment stays consistent across the alphabet, supporting steady paragraph color.