Sans Normal Oprop 9 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Imago W1G' by Berthold (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, punchy, utilitarian, retro, impact, clarity, visibility, emphasis, simplicity, sturdy, compact, roundish, blocky, high-impact.
A heavy, compact sans with broad, rounded bowls and firmly squared terminals that create a strong, block-forward silhouette. Curves are smooth and full, while joins and ends are kept clean and blunt, producing clear shapes with minimal delicacy. Counters are relatively tight for the weight, and the overall rhythm feels steady and dense, with sturdy verticals and simplified diagonals that keep forms legible at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines and short blocks of text where a strong, dark color is desirable—such as posters, packaging, storefront signage, and bold brand marks. It can also work for UI labels or badges when large sizes are available and maximum emphasis is the goal.
The tone is bold and no-nonsense, with an approachable, slightly retro flavor. Its chunky proportions and blunt finishing give it an assertive, poster-like presence that reads as energetic rather than refined.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with simple, dependable geometry: rounded cores paired with blunt terminals to maintain clarity while projecting strength. It prioritizes impact and consistency over finesse, aiming for an immediately readable, attention-grabbing voice.
Uppercase forms feel particularly massive and uniform, while the lowercase maintains similar weight and compactness, reinforcing a consistent, impact-oriented texture. Numerals match the letterforms in weight and roundness, helping set text look cohesive in mixed alphanumeric settings.