Sans Normal Yigis 6 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gibstone' by Eko Bimantara, 'Poynter Gothic' by Font Bureau, 'Neue Helvetica' and 'Neue Helvetica Paneuropean' by Linotype, 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SB' and 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, and 'Nimbus Sans Novus' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, logos, stickers, rugged, retro, handmade, industrial, playful, distressed print, vintage impact, handmade texture, bold display, distressed, inked, stamped, textured, blocky.
This typeface uses chunky, compact letterforms with slightly uneven contours and a consistently rough, ink-worn edge. Strokes are heavy and simplified, with small nicks, notches, and irregular terminals that create a printed, distressed texture rather than crisp geometry. Counters are generally tight and rounded-rectangular, and overall spacing feels sturdy and poster-like, with clear silhouettes that hold up well at display sizes.
Best suited for headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks that benefit from a tactile, distressed look. It also works well for short blurbs, labels, and merch-style graphics where the texture can be appreciated; for longer reading, generous size and spacing help maintain clarity.
The overall tone feels rugged and tactile, like lettering pulled from a well-used stamp set or a vintage print shop. Its roughness adds warmth and immediacy, giving text a handmade, gritty character that reads as informal and energetic rather than refined.
The design appears intended to evoke an inked, analog printing feel—capturing the imperfections of stamping or rough letterpress while keeping forms straightforward and highly legible. Its emphasis is on bold presence and characterful texture over precision.
Capitals are especially strong and block-forward, while lowercase maintains the same textured treatment and weight, keeping a cohesive rhythm across mixed-case settings. Numerals share the same worn edges and compact proportions, reinforcing a consistent, utilitarian voice across alphanumerics.