Serif Normal Synod 10 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, quotations, invitations, literary, formal, refined, classic, text italic, classic refinement, editorial tone, calligraphic heritage, bracketed, calligraphic, sharp, open counters, diagonal stress.
A high-contrast serif italic with crisp, tapered strokes and clearly bracketed serifs. The letters show a calligraphic, diagonal-stress construction: rounded forms narrow into thin hairlines, while verticals and main strokes remain darker and more assertive. Curves are smooth and slightly condensed in places, with open counters and lively entry/exit strokes that give the rhythm a forward slant. Numerals follow the same oldstyle-leaning, text-oriented feel, with prominent thick–thin modulation and flowing curves.
Works well for long-form reading and editorial typography where an italic is needed for emphasis, quotes, introductions, and captions. It also suits premium print pieces—such as programs, invitations, and cultural materials—where a classical, refined italic can carry a formal tone without becoming overly decorative.
The tone is elegant and literary, leaning toward traditional bookish sophistication rather than display eccentricity. Its italic mannerisms feel expressive yet disciplined, suggesting a voice suited to refined, editorial communication.
The design appears intended to provide a traditional, text-focused serif italic with clear calligraphic heritage and strong thick–thin contrast, balancing elegance with continuous-text clarity.
Capitals are stately and stable with sharp apexes and restrained flare, while lowercase forms show more movement through curved terminals and angled joins. The overall spacing reads even and readable in continuous text, and the contrast remains consistent across the alphabet and figures.