Sans Normal Olnij 17 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Incised 901' by Bitstream, 'Antique Olive' by Linotype, 'Ravenna Serial' by SoftMaker, 'Aksen' by Tokotype, 'TS Ravenna' by TypeShop Collection, and 'Antique Olive' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, confident, modern, friendly, straightforward, lively, impact, clarity, modernity, approachability, simplicity, geometric, rounded, high apertures, blocky, clean.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad, rounded bowls and smooth curves paired with crisp, flat terminals. Proportions lean slightly condensed in some letters with sturdy verticals and simple, compact joins that keep counters open and legible. The lowercase shows single‑storey forms (notably a and g) and a clean, utilitarian construction, while the numerals share the same robust, circular rhythm. Overall spacing and silhouettes feel even and punchy, favoring clarity and impact over delicate detail.
Well-suited to headlines, posters, and large UI or wayfinding where strong presence and quick recognition matter. It can also work for branding and packaging that benefits from a modern, friendly geometric feel, especially in short text blocks or emphatic typographic statements.
The tone is direct and contemporary, with a friendly, approachable solidity. Its rounded geometry and open counters keep it warm and readable, while the weight and clean shapes give it an assertive, no-nonsense voice.
The design appears intended as a high-impact, highly legible geometric sans that stays approachable through rounded forms and open counters. It prioritizes clear silhouettes and consistent curve logic for confident display typography across contemporary applications.
Round characters like C, G, O, and Q are notably circular and consistent, giving the design a cohesive geometric backbone. Diagonals in A, V, W, X, and Y are steep and sturdy, reinforcing the strong, poster-like presence at display sizes.