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Black Flag Army Flag (China) Shot Glass 1.5oz

Black Flag Army Flag (China) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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Black Flag Army Flag (China) Shot Glass 1.5oz

A stark white emblem on a black field, recalling the banner of the Black Flag Army, the militia that fought in northern Vietnam in the 1880s.

Visual Elements & Composition

Black covers most of the field, with white used sparingly for the emblem. The figures are a stylised mountain peak with an angular, irregular outline and a crouching human figure set beside it. The shapes are flat and silhouetted, with no shading, so the image reads as a single bold graphic. The restricted two-colour palette keeps the focus on the contrast between the dark ground and the white form.

Meaning & Symbolism

The Black Flag Army was a Chinese militia formed in the 1850s and led by Liu Yongfu. Its members, many of them veterans of the Taiping Rebellion, became known for resisting French forces during the Sino-French War of 1884 to 1885 in Tonkin, which is northern Vietnam. The black ground is associated with resistance and defiance, and the banner was used to mark the militia's presence on the battlefield. The image stands for a late nineteenth-century struggle against foreign expansion.

On the Shot Glass

A shot glass is small and held close, so the banner is seen at arm's length as the glass is raised. The white figures stand out sharply against the black through the clear glass, and the mountain and crouching figure stay at the centre of the view. The compact scale turns the emblem into a quiet, serious toast to a piece of military history.

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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.