Serif Normal Obmem 12 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, reports, classic, literary, formal, refined, authoritative, text reading, editorial tone, print clarity, classic voice, bracketed serifs, diagonal stress, crisp, transitional, bookish.
This serif typeface shows crisp, bracketed serifs and a clearly modulated stroke with strong thick–thin contrast. Curves exhibit a subtle diagonal stress, and terminals are clean and decisive rather than rounded. Proportions are balanced for text use, with moderate extenders and steady spacing that keeps lines even and readable. Uppercase forms feel stately and structured, while the lowercase maintains a conventional, book-oriented rhythm with a two-storey ‘g’, compact bowls, and clear counters.
It is well-suited to book interiors, essays, and editorial layouts where a classic serif texture and high-contrast detailing can carry long passages comfortably. It also fits academic or institutional materials, reports, and headings that benefit from a traditional, authoritative tone.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, suggesting editorial credibility and a polished, institutional voice. It reads as refined rather than decorative, with an understated seriousness that suits long-form, information-rich content.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif that delivers a familiar reading experience while adding a refined, print-like crispness. Its controlled proportions and disciplined serifing aim for clarity and credibility across paragraphs and display-sized settings.
Figures appear aligned with the text color and maintain the same contrast and serif detailing as the letters, supporting mixed alphanumeric settings. The sample text shows a consistent texture at larger sizes, with sharp joins and a slightly formal cadence that emphasizes structure and clarity.