Serif Normal Borav 14 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Belarin' by Hazztype, 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether, and 'Henriette' by Typejockeys (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, branding, packaging, posters, robust, traditional, confident, warm, literary, strong presence, heritage tone, readable display, inked texture, editorial voice, bracketed, ball terminals, ink-trap feel, compact, sturdy.
A very heavy serif with bracketed, wedge-like serifs and strongly rounded joins that give the letterforms a carved, sculptural feel. Strokes are broad and steady with moderate contrast and soft, ink-like shaping at corners and terminals, producing a slightly bulbous, cushioned texture. Counters are moderately tight and the overall rhythm is dense but controlled, with clear, sturdy silhouettes in both caps and lowercase. Numerals are weighty and stable, matching the text color and contributing to a solid, poster-friendly presence.
It is well suited to headlines, subheads, and brand marks where a dense, authoritative serif voice is desired. The strong weight and softened detailing also work well for packaging and poster typography, and can support editorial uses such as pull quotes or section openers where impact is prioritized over light, airy texture.
The font conveys a traditional, authoritative tone with a touch of warmth and old-style charm. Its heavy text color and softened terminals feel confident and friendly rather than sharp or austere, evoking bookish, heritage, and editorial associations.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, conventional serif voice with added warmth through rounded joins and distinctive terminal shaping. It aims for high presence and a cohesive, inked texture that reads confidently in display and short-form text settings.
Uppercase forms lean toward classic display proportions, while the lowercase maintains legibility through clear differentiation and strong stems. The distinctive terminal shaping and rounded internal corners create a consistent “inked” personality that remains noticeable even in running text, especially at larger sizes.