Sans Normal Afbed 9 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Peridot Devanagari', 'Peridot Latin', and 'Peridot PE' by Foundry5 (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui, branding, headlines, posters, signage, modern, clean, technical, forward-leaning, neutral, clarity, modernization, motion, versatility, system use, oblique, geometric, monoline, open apertures, generous spacing.
A slanted sans with smooth, rounded construction and largely uniform stroke thickness. Curves are drawn from clean circular/elliptical forms, paired with crisp straight stems and angled terminals that emphasize the oblique stance. Counters are open and uncomplicated, and the overall rhythm feels even and controlled, with tidy joins and minimal modulation. Numerals follow the same simple, rounded logic and read clearly at display and text sizes.
Works well for interface typography, product branding, and editorial or marketing headlines where a clean oblique sans can add momentum without sacrificing clarity. It can also suit wayfinding and signage applications thanks to its straightforward shapes and open counters.
The overall tone is contemporary and matter-of-fact, with a forward-leaning energy that suggests motion and efficiency. It feels approachable rather than expressive, making it well-suited to designs that want a modern, neutral voice with a subtle sense of speed.
Likely designed as a pragmatic italic companion for a modern sans system, prioritizing clear shapes, consistent slant, and an uncluttered texture. The goal appears to be a versatile, contemporary voice that reads smoothly while adding a subtle dynamic emphasis.
The italic angle is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, which helps maintain a cohesive texture in running text. Rounded letters like O/C/G and the bowl shapes in b/p/d are especially smooth and regular, reinforcing a geometric, engineered feel rather than a calligraphic one.