Sans Normal Abdun 9 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Helios Antique' and 'Without Sans' by W Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
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A smooth, oblique sans with gently rounded joins and broad, open counters. Strokes maintain an even, low-contrast modulation, producing a calm, consistent texture, while the italic angle adds forward motion. The letterforms favor wide, spacious proportions with generous internal shapes; curves are soft and slightly elliptical, and terminals read as cleanly cut rather than sharp or calligraphic. Uppercase forms stay straightforward and legible, and the lowercase shows a single-storey “a” and “g,” reinforcing a contemporary, informal readability.
Well-suited to contemporary branding, headlines, and promotional copy where a clean italic voice is needed. It can also work for UI and product messaging when a friendly, energetic emphasis is desired, and for editorial pull quotes or short passages where the slanted texture remains comfortably readable.
The overall tone feels modern and friendly, with an easy, conversational character. Its slanted stance gives it energy without becoming aggressive, making it feel active, upbeat, and approachable.
The design appears intended as a versatile, contemporary oblique sans that balances neutrality with warmth. Its open shapes, rounded construction, and steady stroke weight aim to deliver clarity in use while providing a lively, modern personality for display and emphasis settings.
The numerals appear clear and practical, with rounded forms on 0/8/9 and simple, un-fussy construction on 1/4/7 that matches the font’s restrained geometry. Spacing and counters stay open in running text, helping the italic rhythm remain readable at larger paragraph sizes.