Serif Normal Nynab 7 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Baskerville', 'Baskerville No. 2', and 'Baskerville WGL' by Bitstream; 'ITC New Baskerville' by ITC; 'Baskerville', 'Baskerville LT', 'Baskerville LT Cyrilic', and 'Res Publica' by Linotype; and 'Baskerville' and 'Baskerville Handcut' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, headlines, formal, classic, literary, authoritative, readability, tradition, clarity, credibility, structure, bracketed serifs, crisp, open counters, traditional, bookish.
A conventional serif design with pronounced thick–thin contrast and sharply defined, bracketed serifs. The letterforms feel spacious and steady, with open counters and a measured rhythm that supports long reading. Terminals and joins are clean and controlled, and the overall texture is relatively bright for a serif due to the combination of contrast and generous interior space.
Well suited to editorial typography such as books, essays, reports, and magazine text where a classic serif presence is appropriate. It can also work effectively for headings, pull quotes, and institutional or academic materials that benefit from a credible, established tone.
This typeface reads as formal and literary, with a confident, authoritative tone. The crisp contrast and traditional detailing give it a classic, editorial voice that feels composed rather than playful.
The design appears intended for clear, traditional text setting where a familiar serif voice is desired. Its contrast and crisp serifs aim to provide definition and hierarchy, while the open shapes support comfortable scanning in paragraphs.
The figures appear lining with clear, sturdy forms, and punctuation has a firm, conventional presence. Overall spacing and proportions feel generous, producing an even, legible color in the sample text.