Serif Normal Moles 14 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Fansan' by W Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, book covers, branding, elegant, classical, dramatic, refined, editorial voice, luxury tone, display impact, classic refinement, hairline serifs, bracketed serifs, crisp, calligraphic, sculpted.
A high-contrast serif with sharply tapered hairlines, fuller vertical stems, and crisp, bracketed serifs that flare into pointed terminals. The letterforms feel sculpted and slightly calligraphic, with smooth curves and a measured, bookish rhythm; many glyphs show subtle stroke modulation and tapered joins rather than mechanical uniformity. Proportions lean generously wide in rounds and capitals, while spacing remains even and readable, giving the texture a polished, editorial color. Numerals and punctuation follow the same contrast model, with elegant curves and fine finishing strokes.
Well-suited to headlines, magazine typography, and other editorial settings where contrast and fine details can shine. It also fits book covers and refined branding applications that want a classic serif voice with a slightly sharper, more contemporary finish than a purely oldstyle text face.
The overall tone is refined and dramatic, suggesting luxury and literary sophistication. Its sharp hairlines and pointed finishing strokes add a poised, fashion-forward edge, while the conventional serif structure keeps it grounded and authoritative.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, readable serif foundation with heightened contrast and meticulously shaped terminals for visual impact. It balances classical proportions with sharper detailing to perform confidently in display and premium editorial contexts.
Several characters emphasize expressive terminals—particularly in C, G, S, and a—where pointed ends and tapering create a distinctive sparkle at display sizes. The italic is not shown; the roman style carries enough modulation to feel lively without becoming ornamental.