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Border Guard volunteer pennant Hungarian Peoples Republic (Hungary) Shot Glass 1.5oz

Border Guard volunteer pennant Hungarian Peoples Republic (Hungary) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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Border Guard volunteer pennant Hungarian Peoples Republic (Hungary) Shot Glass 1.5oz

This design is a pennant of the Volunteer Border Guard, the Önkéntes Határőr, built around a white field with a muted green and red rhombus and the lettering HÖR.

Visual Elements & Composition

White fills most of the artwork, giving the layout a clean, open feel. Muted green and a touch of red frame the rhombus, which is the main shape of the design. The letters HÖR sit within it as the only text, short and bold. The flat vector treatment keeps the composition minimal, with the lettering and rhombus carrying all of the detail.

Meaning & Symbolism

The Volunteer Border Guard was a component of the Hungarian Border Guard during the Hungarian People's Republic, which ran from 1949 to 1989. Its volunteers were recruited from local communities to help regular border forces monitor the state's frontiers. The pennant's lettering and rhombus show the unit's identity, a reminder of how local citizens took part in the security structures of that period.

In the Hand

A shot glass is small and held close, so the rhombus and its lettering are read at eye level as the glass is lifted. The white field stands out clearly against the clear glass, and the short letters catch the eye when the glass is turned, a compact piece for anyone interested in Cold War Hungarian 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.