Serif Normal Yagud 18 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, invitations, classic, formal, literary, refined, text setting, classical tone, print tradition, formal voice, readability, bracketed serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, crisp, bookish.
A refined serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, bracketed serifs. Capitals are stately and slightly narrow with smooth curves and pointed joins, while the lowercase shows compact proportions with a relatively low x-height and clear ascenders/descenders. Round letters display a traditional vertical stress; the two-storey “a” and “g” are conventional and well-contained, and the “e” has a compact eye. Numerals align with the text rhythm and maintain the same high-contrast logic, with open counters and clean, tapered joins.
Well-suited to book typography, long-form editorial layouts, and magazine text where a traditional serif texture is desired. It can also support academic or institutional materials and formal invitations, particularly when set with comfortable leading to preserve clarity.
The overall tone is classic and literary, with a quiet formality that reads as traditional and polished. Its sharp detailing and measured rhythm suggest an editorial voice—confident, serious, and composed rather than playful or experimental.
The design intent appears to be a conventional, high-contrast text serif that prioritizes a classical silhouette and a disciplined reading rhythm. It aims to evoke established print traditions through compact lowercase proportions, bracketed serifs, and carefully tapered strokes.
Stroke transitions are smooth and controlled, giving the type a crisp texture at larger sizes, while the short x-height and fine hairlines contribute to a more delicate, print-oriented color. Spacing appears even and conservative, supporting a steady reading cadence in paragraph settings.