Serif Normal Ihray 3 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, mastheads, posters, book covers, certificates, gothic, old-world, editorial, formal, historic, historic tone, formal authority, engraved look, gothic accent, blackletter-leaning, angled terminals, wedge serifs, faceted, crisp.
A sharp, faceted serif with blackletter influence, built from straight strokes, angled joins, and clipped corners that create an octagonal, carved look. Serifs are wedge-like and brisk, with minimal bracketing and a generally vertical stress. Uppercase forms are narrow and stately, while lowercase maintains a firm, upright posture with pointed entry/exit strokes and crisp terminals; round letters read as polygonal rather than truly curved. Numerals echo the same chamfered construction and compact proportions, producing a consistent, high-contrast silhouette without becoming delicate.
Best suited for headlines, mastheads, and short passages where its faceted details can be appreciated. It works well for book covers, editorial display, event posters, labels, and formal materials such as certificates or programs that benefit from a historic, institutional voice.
The font conveys a medieval-to-early-modern tone: authoritative, ceremonial, and slightly severe. Its angular detailing suggests tradition, craft, and institutional gravitas, with a subtle gothic edge that feels historical rather than playful.
The design appears intended to bridge classic serif readability with gothic, engraved styling—delivering a traditional text-serif framework sharpened by chamfered corners and blackletter-tinged terminals for distinctive display impact.
Texture is rhythmic and deliberate, with strong verticals and frequent diagonal cuts that create a chiseled sparkle at display sizes. The lowercase includes long, vertical ascenders and compact bowls, reinforcing a dense, bookish color, while the capitals provide a signboard-like presence.