Sans Faceted Nyli 10 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Koroleva Umka' by Umka Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, industrial, authoritative, condensed, retro, mechanical, space-saving, high impact, technical tone, graphic display, angular, faceted, monoline, stencil-like, blocky.
This typeface uses a condensed, monoline construction with sharp planar facets replacing round curves. Strokes terminate in crisp, angled cuts that create a chiseled silhouette, and counters are generally narrow and vertical, reinforcing a tall, compact rhythm. Capitals are especially columnar, while lowercase maintains the same squared, segmented logic with simple, sturdy forms. Numerals follow the same faceted geometry, reading as utilitarian and tightly spaced in feel.
It is well-suited to headlines, posters, and display settings where a compact, high-impact line can carry a strong graphic presence. The rigid, faceted forms also work well for packaging, labels, and signage that benefit from an industrial or technical voice, and it can be effective in logos where a tall, condensed wordmark is needed.
The overall tone is industrial and no-nonsense, with a slightly retro, poster-like edge. Its angular faceting and tight proportions project authority and mechanical precision rather than softness or warmth.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver maximum impact in a narrow footprint by emphasizing vertical structure and replacing curvature with crisp facets. The consistent, engineered geometry suggests an intention to evoke machinery, utility, and bold display communication while staying clean and uncluttered.
The design’s consistent angled terminals and simplified curves give it a distinctly engineered look that holds together well in all-caps settings. In longer text, the strong vertical emphasis and narrow apertures can create a dense texture, making it most visually comfortable with generous tracking or larger sizes.