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Colorado 5 1952 (Colorado) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

Colorado 5 1952 (Colorado) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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Colorado 5 1952 Shot Glass Design

This shot glass features a design inspired by the classic Colorado State Highway 5 road signs from 1952. The artwork captures the essence of mid-century highway signage, prioritizing clarity and functional design over elaborate ornamentation.

Visual Elements

The design prominently displays the number "5" in a bold, centrally-placed font. The font style is reminiscent of the era, conveying a sense of straightforwardness and utility common in highway signage of the time. The number is the primary focus, immediately identifiable from a distance, just as the original sign would have been for drivers navigating Colorado's roads.

Color and Shape

The color scheme is designed to evoke the look of a classic 1952 road sign. The contrast of light and dark mimics the reflective black-on-white design, ensuring visibility. The absence of additional elements highlights the pure essence of the number and the importance of the route it represents. The shape is the iconic circular or rectangular shape, commonly used on state highway signs during that period.

Meaning and Symbolism

The design represents a journey back in time to the early days of Colorado's highway system. It symbolizes the simplicity and practicality of mid-century design and pays homage to the road's history. The number "5" itself stands for a specific route, inviting reflection and a sense of nostalgia for those who remember these signs and the open road they heralded.

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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.