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Arkansas 169 1970 (Arkansas) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

Arkansas 169 1970 (Arkansas) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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Arkansas 169 1970 (Arkansas) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

This design takes the form of an Arkansas state highway marker, the route number 169 set inside a rounded-corner shield, dated to 1970.

Visual Elements & Composition

Black dominates the artwork, covering roughly three-fifths of the field, with white taking the rest. The flat vector style leaves no shading or texture, so the design reads as pure outline and contrast. A square with softened corners forms the shield, and the numerals 169 sit centred within it. A cutout in the shape of the state of Arkansas anchors the composition, its silhouette doing the work that a landscape or illustration would do elsewhere. Nothing is decorative. Every shape is there to be read quickly, the way a driver reads a sign from the window.

Meaning & Symbolism

A route marker is a promise about direction. It tells you which road you are on and where it leads, and this one carries the particular weight of Arkansas Highway 169 as it was identified in 1970. The date pins the image to the late twentieth century, when state highway systems were shaping how American towns connected to one another. The state outline ties the route to a specific geography, so the sign points to a place as well as a road. Together the shield, the number and the year work as a compact snapshot of mid-century Americana, a reminder of the back roads that carried travellers and locals through the Natural State.

Raising a Glass to the Open Road

A shot glass is small and held close, so this design is seen at arm's length and at eye level, as the glass is lifted. The shield sits in the middle of the view, uncluttered, and the black-and-white contrast reads clearly when the glass is turned in the hand. It makes a fitting souvenir for anyone who has driven Arkansas roads, or a cheeky nod to a friend who always wants to know the way to the next stop.

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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.