Sans Superellipse Pynum 1 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Mercurial' by Grype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, ui labels, wayfinding, posters, packaging, modern, technical, clean, efficient, utilitarian, space economy, systematic geometry, clarity, modern neutrality, consistency, condensed, rounded corners, squared bowls, closed apertures, compact spacing.
This typeface is a condensed sans with monoline strokes and a distinctly squared, superelliptical construction. Curves resolve into rounded-rectangle bowls, giving counters and terminals a softly squared silhouette rather than purely circular forms. Proportions are tall and compact, with a high x-height and relatively short ascenders/descenders, producing a dense, vertical rhythm. Stroke endings are clean and mostly flat, with consistent rounding at outer corners; joins stay crisp and controlled, keeping the overall texture even in longer text.
Its condensed proportions and even stroke texture make it effective for headlines and subheads where space is limited, as well as UI labels and data-forward layouts that benefit from a tidy, consistent rhythm. The squared-rounded shapes also suit signage and wayfinding applications where a modern, systematic tone is desired. It can work in posters and packaging when a clean, contemporary voice and compact set width are priorities.
The overall tone is modern and practical, with a slightly technical, engineered feel driven by its rounded-rect geometry. It reads as straightforward and efficient rather than expressive, projecting clarity and order. The condensed stance adds a purposeful, space-saving character that can feel contemporary and systems-oriented.
The design appears intended to merge a clean sans framework with superelliptical, rounded-rectangle geometry to achieve a contemporary, space-efficient look. By keeping strokes uniform and forms compact, it aims for predictable texture and clear structure across both display and functional text contexts.
Round letters like O/Q and the bowls in B/P/R show the superelliptical logic clearly, while diagonals (A, V, W, X, Y) remain sharp and stable against the softer corners elsewhere. Numerals follow the same squared-rounded motif, keeping a consistent voice across alphanumerics. In paragraph samples, the compact letterforms create a tight, uniform color that suits structured layouts.