Slab Contrasted Pigi 1 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP; 'Osiris' by Berthold; 'Calanda', 'Equip Slab', and 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype; 'Amasis', 'Amasis eText', and 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype; and 'Kondolarge' by TypeK (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, assertive, retro, industrial, confident, collegiate, impact, display, brand voice, blocky, bracketed, chunky, ink-trap hints, soft corners.
A heavy, block-forward slab serif with broad proportions and compact counters. Stems are sturdy and mostly uniform, with short, squared slabs that feel slightly bracketed, giving a softened, carved look rather than razor-sharp geometry. Curves are full and rounded (notably in C, G, O, and S), while joins and terminals stay blunt and horizontal, producing a steady, poster-like rhythm. Lowercase forms are robust and readable, with a single-storey a and g and minimal interior space, and the numerals match the same chunky, high-impact construction.
Best suited to headlines, titles, posters, and branding where strong presence and quick recognition are needed. It also fits labels, packaging fronts, and signage that benefit from a sturdy slab serif voice, especially at medium-to-large sizes where its heavy shapes and rounded curves read cleanly.
The overall tone is bold and no-nonsense, with a distinctly retro and workmanlike flavor. It evokes signage, sports and school branding, and mid-century display typography—confident, sturdy, and attention-grabbing rather than delicate or refined.
The design appears intended as an impactful display slab serif that combines classic, traditional serif cues with a bold, modernized silhouette. Its broad letterforms, blunt terminals, and compact counters prioritize visibility and character in short bursts of text.
Spacing and weight distribution create dark, even text color at large sizes, while the compact counters can make long passages feel dense. The design balances rounded bowls with squared serif structures, creating a friendly-but-tough texture that holds up well in headline settings.