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Arizona 181 1927 (Arizona) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

Arizona 181 1927 (Arizona) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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Arizona 181 1927 (Arizona) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

This design takes the look of a 1920s Arizona highway marker and turns it into a flat, graphic keepsake of the state's road heritage.

Visual Elements & Composition

Black and white do all the work here. Black dominates the artwork, with white carrying the outlines and lettering, so the image reads instantly from a few steps away. The Arizona state outline sits at the centre of the composition, its jagged border drawn in clean vector lines. Beside it, a rectangular banner bears the words STATE and ROUTE, with the numerals 181 set large and bold. An arrowhead emblem completes the sign, pointing the eye along the route. The layout is simple and symmetrical, and nothing competes for attention.

Meaning & Symbolism

Road signs of the period were built to guide travellers across wide, sparsely settled country, and this design borrows their plain authority. State Route 181 stands for the network of numbered highways that connected Arizona's towns in the late 1920s, when the American road system was first taking shape. The arrowhead emblem carries a swastika, a symbol that long predates its later misuse and that appeared on early signage as a sign of good fortune. The year 1927 anchors the piece in its era, while the state outline ties it firmly to place.

Raised at Eye Level

A shot glass is small, lifted quickly and held close, so this artwork is seen from inches away rather than across a room. The sign's bold black field and white lettering fill the glass the way a route marker fills a roadside, and the arrowhead leads the eye around as the glass is turned. It is a piece for the moment before the toast, when the design is read up close and then raised.

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Compact, heavy-based shot glasses made from clear, restaurant-grade glass. One standard size (1.5 oz / ≈44.3 ml) — sturdy, stack-friendly, and built to handle frequent service without fuss.

These shot glasses feel solid in the hand thanks to a thick, weighty base that keeps them steady on busy bar tops. The walls are even and clear, giving a nice, unobstructed view of the pour; the rim is smoothed for comfortable sipping.

They’re engineered for regular use: consistent dimensions, dependable weight, and a simple silhouette that suits both casual venues and more formal tasting counters. Designed to perform rather than show off.

  • Material: 100% clear glass for pure clarity and clean presentation.
  • Capacity: 1.5 oz (≈44.3 ml) — standard shot measure.
  • Base: heavy solid glass base that reduces tipping and improves balance.
  • Construction: restaurant-grade durability for frequent handling and washing.
  • Print-ready: suitable for single-sided print applications that withstand typical use.

Perfect for quick pours, samplers, and neat shots. Their compact footprint makes them easy to place on trays and tasting lines, while the heavier base keeps things steady during service.

  1. Bar service: quick, consistent pours — less wobble when carrying a tray of shots.
  2. Tastings: uniform size is handy for sampling flights or spirit tastings.
  3. Events: robust enough for pop-ups, festivals, and busy bartending shifts.

Storage tip: store upright and avoid tight stacking to protect rims and preserve clarity.

Dishwasher-safe for everyday cleaning — place on the top rack and use a normal household cycle. Repeated exposure to very high commercial temperatures can shorten glass life, so choose gentler programs where practical.

When you want to extend clarity and finish: hand-wash with warm water, a mild detergent, and a soft cloth; dry right away to avoid water spots. Handle by the body (not the rim) to reduce accidental chipping.

One size only: 1.5 oz (≈44.3 ml). Use the dimensions below for shelving, packaging, or tray planning.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

1.5 oz
Height (in) 2.40
Top diameter (in) 1.40

Note: dimensions are nominal; small manufacturing tolerances may apply. Allow a margin if precise stacking or packaging is required.