Sans Normal Abkom 15 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Frutiger Next Paneuropean' by Linotype and 'Plau Redonda' by Plau (names referenced only for comparison).
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A slanted, geometric sans with smooth, round bowls and softly squared terminals. Strokes are even and consistent, giving the letters a crisp, low-drama texture, while the italic angle adds forward motion without becoming calligraphic. Round characters like O, Q, and 0 read as clean ellipses, and diagonals in A, V, W, X, and Y are sharp and steady. Overall spacing feels open and orderly, with a clear, straightforward rhythm across capitals, lowercase, and figures.
Works well for UI and product typography where a clean italic is needed for emphasis, as well as for headings, captions, and short-to-medium editorial text. Its even strokes and geometric construction also suit contemporary branding systems, wayfinding, and presentation graphics.
The tone is contemporary and matter-of-fact, with a subtle sense of speed from the oblique posture. It reads as practical and polished rather than expressive, suited to interfaces and informational settings where clarity matters.
Likely designed as a utilitarian italic sans that maintains a neutral, modern voice while providing a clear emphasis style. The goal appears to be dependable readability with a streamlined geometric feel and consistent slanted rhythm.
The numeral set appears simple and legible with familiar shapes, matching the letterforms’ geometric construction. The slant is consistent across the alphabet and figures, helping the style feel unified in both short labels and longer text.