Serif Normal Liguv 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, magazines, branding, classic, literary, refined, formal, classic revival, editorial clarity, literary tone, brand authority, bracketed, beaked, oldstyle, calligraphic, crisp.
This serif typeface shows crisp, high-contrast strokes with a noticeably calligraphic modulation and bracketed wedge serifs. Curves are generous and slightly organic, while straight stems stay clean and vertical, producing a steady text rhythm. Terminals often end in subtle beaks or tapered points, and counters are open and well-shaped, giving the letters a polished, traditional presence. The lowercase follows oldstyle proportions with a modest x-height and lively ascenders/descenders, and the numerals share the same sharp serif treatment and contrast.
It suits editorial typography such as magazine features, book interiors, and long-form reading where a classic serif voice is desired. The pronounced contrast and crisp serifs also make it effective for headlines, pull quotes, and brand marks that need a traditional, authoritative feel.
The overall tone is traditional and cultivated, with an editorial seriousness that suggests books, institutions, and established brands. Its sharp serifs and elegant contrast add a refined, slightly dramatic flavor without tipping into ornamental display.
The design appears intended to modernize a classic oldstyle serif model by keeping traditional proportions and wedge serifs while sharpening contrast and edge definition for contemporary editorial use.
In the sample text, the strong contrast and pointed details read especially well at larger sizes, where the crisp serifs and tapered joins become a defining feature. The design balances sturdy verticals with elegant hairlines, creating a clear hierarchy and a composed texture in paragraphs and headlines.