Serif Normal Olbiv 17 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Classic Round' and 'Classic XtraRound' by Durotype, 'Lenga' by Eurotypo, 'Hebrew Michol' by Michael Kania, 'Diaria Pro' by Mint Type, 'Amasis' by Monotype, and 'Directa Serif' by Outras Fontes (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: books, editorial, print, long text, literary, classic, bookish, formal, traditional, trustworthy, readability, tradition, editorial tone, durability, bracketed, oldstyle, rounded, robust, readable.
A traditional serif with robust, low-contrast strokes and softly bracketed serifs. The letterforms show rounded transitions and slightly flared terminals that keep the texture even and sturdy in running text. Counters are moderately open, curves are full and calm, and the overall rhythm is steady rather than sharp. The lowercase is compact and readable, with clear differentiation in forms like a, g, and y, and numerals that sit comfortably with the text color.
Well-suited to book typography, editorial layouts, and other text-forward print settings where a steady, traditional serif voice is desired. It can also work for formal headlines and pull quotes when a classic, established tone is needed without high-contrast sparkle.
The tone is classic and bookish, with a conservative, editorial feel that reads as established and dependable. Its measured shapes and restrained detailing suggest formality without looking overly ornate, making it feel familiar and authoritative.
The design appears intended as a conventional reading serif that prioritizes consistent texture, reliable letter differentiation, and a familiar typographic voice for extended text. Its sturdy serifs and rounded modeling aim to deliver comfort and authority in everyday composition.
The caps have a stately presence with broad, stable proportions, while the lowercase maintains a consistent texture and strong baseline. Serifs are pronounced but not slab-like, and the overall drawing favors clarity and durability over delicacy, helping the font hold up in dense paragraphs.