Serif Contrasted Peto 2 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, posters, book covers, dramatic, classic, bookish, authoritative, impact, elegance, editorial voice, classic revival, vertical stress, hairline serifs, tapered strokes, bracketless feel, calligraphic.
This serif shows strong vertical stress with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp hairline details. Serifs are sharp and lightly attached, reading as mostly unbracketed, and the joins stay clean even where strokes swell quickly. Proportions are generous with broad capitals and sturdy, rounded bowls; counters remain open despite the heavy verticals. The lowercase keeps a steady x-height and compact apertures, while details like the curled J and the looped g add a distinctly drawn, slightly calligraphic finish. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, with elegant curves and emphatic verticals.
It performs best in headlines, decks, pull quotes, and other editorial or promotional settings where high contrast can be appreciated. It can also suit book covers and brand marks that want a classic serif voice with extra drama, while longer text may benefit from larger sizes and comfortable spacing to preserve the fine hairlines.
The overall tone is confident and theatrical, combining classical book typography cues with a punchy, modern display presence. Its contrast and crisp terminals give it a refined, editorial seriousness, while the occasional flourish adds a hint of personality and period charm.
The design appears intended to deliver a high-contrast, vertically stressed serif with crisp, elegant detailing and enough weight to command attention. It balances traditional serif structure with expressive terminals and curves to create a distinctive, headline-ready texture.
In text, the rhythm alternates between heavy stems and fine connecting strokes, creating a lively sparkle at larger sizes. The italic is not shown; the sample indicates a consistent upright posture with strong emphasis on verticals and sharply defined serifs.