Serif Normal Lyhi 1 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book titles, magazines, posters, classic, authoritative, literary, formal, tradition, impact, readability, prestige, bracketed, ball terminals, moderate stress, compact, crisp.
This serif shows strong thick–thin modulation with crisp, bracketed serifs and relatively compact letterforms. The capitals feel sturdy and slightly condensed, with pronounced vertical stems and sharp, tapered joins. Lowercase shapes are traditional and text-oriented, with a two-storey a and g, a fairly narrow e, and a compact overall rhythm that keeps counters controlled rather than open. Terminals often finish with small teardrop/ball details (notably on f and some curved forms), and the numerals follow the same high-contrast, old-style-inspired drawing with sturdy verticals and sharply cut serifs.
This face performs especially well in headlines, deck text, and editorial typography where strong contrast and serif detailing can be appreciated. It suits book and magazine titling, pull quotes, and poster-style settings that benefit from a confident, classical voice.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, projecting authority and tradition. Its sharp contrast and sculpted serifs lend a refined, bookish voice that feels at home in formal communication rather than casual or playful settings.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, print-rooted serif with heightened contrast and strong presence, balancing traditional proportions with a darker typographic color for impactful display and editorial use.
In the text sample, the heavy color and tight, consistent rhythm create a confident typographic “block” well suited to prominent settings. Curves (C, G, O, S) are smooth and controlled, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) read crisp and deliberate, reinforcing a structured, traditional impression.