Sans Normal Osgez 7 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Formata' and 'Formata W1G' by Berthold, 'Cantiga' by Isaco Type, 'Clearface Gothic' by Linotype, 'Monotype Clearface Gothic' and 'Ocean Sans' by Monotype, 'Clearface Gothic SB' and 'Clearface Gothic SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Cleargothic Pro' by SoftMaker, and 'Clearface Gothic' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, confident, playful, punchy, friendly, retro, impact, approachability, display strength, retro feel, soft corners, rounded forms, blocky, compact, heavy terminals.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact proportions and strongly simplified geometry. Strokes are thick and fairly even, with rounded bowls and softened joins that keep counters open despite the weight. Curves tend toward circular/elliptical construction, while diagonals (like V/W/Y) are broad and stable, giving the face a sturdy rhythm. The lowercase shows single-story forms (notably a and g) and a robust, vertical emphasis, producing a tight, bold texture in text.
Best suited to display use where boldness and immediacy matter—headlines, posters, signage, and attention-grabbing packaging or branding. It can work for short subheads or callouts, but the heavy color is most effective at larger sizes and in layouts that benefit from high visual punch.
The overall tone is energetic and approachable, combining a solid, no-nonsense presence with a slightly retro, poster-like warmth. Its chunky forms read as friendly rather than formal, making it feel assertive without becoming harsh.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with smooth, rounded forms that stay legible and inviting. It prioritizes bold silhouette, simple construction, and consistent, chunky rhythm for strong display communication.
In longer settings the dense blackness creates strong impact and clear word shapes, especially at larger sizes. The numerals and capitals share the same rounded, heavyweight logic, supporting consistent emphasis in headings and short bursts of text.