Sans Normal Osmiw 17 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Myriad', 'Myriad Arabic', 'Myriad Bengali', 'Myriad Devanagari', and 'Myriad Hebrew' by Adobe (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, bold, friendly, modern, confident, utilitarian, impact, clarity, modernity, approachability, rounded, geometric, compact, sturdy, high-impact.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad, rounded curves and thick, uniform strokes. Counters are relatively tight and apertures tend to be closed, creating a compact, weighty texture. Terminals are mostly blunt with softened corners, and round letters (O, C, G) read as near-circular with smooth continuity. The lowercase shows a single-storey “a” and “g” and a robust, blocky construction that stays consistent across letters and numerals, giving the design a dense, headline-forward rhythm.
This font performs best where strong emphasis is needed: headlines, short bursts of copy, posters, and bold branding systems. Its compact, heavy texture also suits signage and packaging where quick recognition and a modern, friendly presence are priorities.
The overall tone is confident and approachable, with a friendly roundness wrapped in a no-nonsense boldness. It feels contemporary and practical rather than delicate or expressive, delivering an energetic, assertive voice that stays legible and direct.
The design appears intended to deliver a solid, geometric sans voice optimized for impact and clarity at display sizes, balancing strict structure with softened, approachable curves.
At text sizes the strong weight and tight counters produce a dark color and noticeable visual punch, with spacing that favors solidity over airiness. Numerals match the same sturdy, rounded geometry, supporting attention-grabbing settings.