Gill Sans Nova Shadowed Light Regular

Font Name	Gill Sans Nova Shadowed Light
Style	Regular
Category	Sans Serif / Display
Designer	Eric Gill, George Ryan (Monotype)
Copyright	Copyright 2015 © The Monotype Corporation. All rights reserved.
License	Free for Personal Use
Total Character	589
Recommended Line Height	1.32
Ascent	950
Descent	371
Units Per em	1000
Total Vertical Range	1321
Max Advance Width	1255
Max Advance Height	N/A
Underline Position	-100
Similar Fonts	Johnston, Futura, Granby, P22 Johnston Underground

Gill Sans Nova Shadowed Light Regular Font Details : Font Free Download

Gill Sans Nova Shadowed Light Regular is a sophisticated expansion of the timeless 1928 masterpiece by Eric Gill. Released as part of the 2015 Gill Sans Nova family, this variant was meticulously digitized and expanded by George Ryan at Monotype. It maintains the distinct humanistic proportions and British character of the original typeface while introducing a three-dimensional shadowed effect that adds a layer of depth and architectural elegance to the light-weight letterforms.

This typeface represents a bridge between Mid-Century modernism and contemporary digital design. The shadowed light weight is particularly effective for display purposes, offering a sculptural quality that feels both classic and avant-garde. As part of the Nova series, it features an expanded character set and modern OpenType support, making it a versatile tool for designers who wish to evoke a sense of heritage without sacrificing modern functionality.