Serif Normal Oldiy 2 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, newspapers, reports, classic, literary, formal, trustworthy, readability, editorial tone, classic text, bracketed, robust, crisp, traditional, bookish.
This serif typeface features sturdy, bracketed serifs and a moderately modulated stroke with clear thick–thin rhythm. Letterforms are open and generously proportioned, with round counters and a steady baseline presence that reads confident rather than delicate. Terminals are generally crisp and slightly squared, and the overall texture is even, producing a strong, legible color in both the grid and paragraph settings. Numerals and capitals feel solid and conventional, with consistent spacing and a calm, text-forward cadence.
Well-suited to long-form reading in print or on screen, including books, editorial layouts, and newspaper-style text. It also works effectively for headings and subheads where a traditional serif voice is desired, such as reports, academic material, and formal branding systems.
The tone is traditional and authoritative, evoking familiar book and newspaper typography. Its firm serifs and balanced proportions lend a composed, dependable voice suited to serious or informational content rather than playful display.
The design appears intended as a conventional, workhorse serif that delivers reliable readability and a familiar typographic tone. Its sturdy serifs, measured contrast, and even texture suggest a focus on comfortable text setting while maintaining a confident editorial presence.
In paragraph use the face maintains a stable, rhythmic line with clear word shapes and robust punctuation, giving it a slightly emphatic, print-like presence. The design leans toward practical readability with enough character in the serifs and terminals to feel established and institutional.