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Bureau County 23 (Illinois) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

Bureau County 23 (Illinois) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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Bureau County 23 (Illinois) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

This design renders a county route marker from Bureau County, Illinois, in a flat, modern graphic style that reads at a glance.

Visual Elements & Composition

Navy blue fills most of the artwork, with yellow taking up the remaining quarter. The central motif is a pentagonal shield, its edge framed by a yellow inner border that sets the outline apart from the dark field. Three words are set into the shield: BUREAU across the top, the numeral 23 dominating the centre, and COUNTY beneath. Nothing else competes for attention, so the eye lands on the route number straight away.

Meaning & Symbolism

The shield is a navigation symbol. County roads in the United States are maintained separately from state and federal highways, and the Bureau County Highway Department signs its own network of rural roads and bridges. The county name and route number identify this road as part of that local system, distinguishing it from Illinois Route 23 or any U.S. route. Markers like this help drivers and maintenance crews know which level of government manages a road. The exact origin and creation date of this sign graphic are not documented, but it stands as a familiar emblem of Illinois county infrastructure, and of the quieter roads that keep rural communities connected.

Made for the Shot in Hand

A shot glass is small and lifted close to the face, so this shield sits right where the eye rests while the drink is raised. The navy and yellow read clearly against the glass as it is turned, and the route number stays in view for the whole of the moment. It is a fitting pick for anyone who has ever navigated a back road by county marker and wants that memory on the bar.

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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.