Optician Sans is a free typeface built from the 10 historical optotype letters found on eye charts worldwide. It completes a project that started decades ago.
The typeface includes the original skeleton letters from charts designed by Hermann Snellen in 1862 and Louise Sloan in 1959, plus a full set of numbers, punctuation, and special characters.
Key Features
- Based directly on the 10 historical optotype letters from standard LogMAR eye charts.
- Includes a full set of numbers and special characters for practical use.
- Free for both personal and commercial client work.
- Draws from a recognized design with a history dating back to 1862.
- Offers a distinct, authoritative tone perfect for headlines and branding.
Use Cases
- Creating branding and posters for optometrists, medical clinics, or health apps.
- Designing impactful headlines and title cards for presentations or publications.
- Adding a layer of authenticity to editorial designs about vision or health.
- Developing packaging or labels for medical or science-related products.
