Sans Normal Opbab 23 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Big Vesta' and 'Praxis Next' by Linotype; 'Negara Serif' by Monoco Type; and 'SST', 'SST Arabic', and 'SST Vietnamese' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, modern, confident, pragmatic, approachable, modern utility, friendly clarity, high impact, rounded, open, sturdy, clean, softened.
A sturdy sans with broadly rounded curves and subtly softened terminals that keep the texture friendly while staying clean. The design shows open apertures and generous counters, with a relatively large x-height and compact ascenders/descenders that make lowercase forms look dense and efficient. Stroke endings are mostly straight or gently curved rather than sharply cut, and the rhythm is even, producing a smooth, readable line in text. Numerals and capitals follow the same solid, simplified construction, favoring clarity over flourish.
Well-suited to headlines, posters, and branding systems that need a strong, readable voice with a warm edge. It also fits packaging and signage where quick recognition and a stable typographic color are important.
The overall tone feels contemporary and approachable, with a confident weight that reads as direct and practical. Rounded shaping adds warmth, making it suitable for brands that want to look friendly without becoming playful or informal.
Likely designed as a versatile, contemporary sans that balances assertive presence with rounded friendliness, prioritizing legibility and an even typographic rhythm for prominent editorial and brand-forward uses.
In the sample text, the heavy color and large internal spaces keep letters distinct at display sizes, while the consistent spacing and simple joins support extended lines without visual noise. The figures appear robust and legible, matching the letterforms closely for cohesive mixed text and numeric settings.