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Fin carretera departamental int departamental
Fin carretera departamental int departamental (Colombia) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz
This design takes its cue from the road signage Colombia uses to mark the end of a departmental highway, rendered as a single bold orange mark on a clean white field.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the composition, with a single safety-orange T-shaped bar sitting low in the frame. The vertical stroke meets the horizontal stroke in a clean inverted T, so the eye lands on one decisive shape and nothing else. The flat vector treatment keeps every edge crisp, and the restraint is what gives the piece its modern, geometric character. There is no text or numerals competing with the mark.
Meaning & Symbolism
The inverted T is the marker placed where one administrative department gives way to the next, a formal point of demarcation on the road. Its meaning is about transit and transition: crossing a line on the map and knowing you have moved from one region into another. The orange signals warning and attention, the colour drivers are trained to notice, while the white keeps the message plain. The design draws on Colombian road infrastructure and its regional borders, reducing a national network of boundaries to one unmistakable symbol.
Where the Mark Meets the Glass
A shot glass is small and held close, so the inverted T reads as a quiet detail rather than a billboard. Raise it and the mark sits right at the eye, a little reminder of a boundary crossed. It is a cheeky way to mark a journey, whether you are toasting a trip through Colombia or a friend who has just moved to a new town.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Colombia
- Also on
- 1 other mugs & glasses
- Printed
- When you order it
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.
- Bar service: quick, consistent pours — less wobble when carrying a tray of shots.
- Tastings: uniform size is handy for sampling flights or spirit tastings.
- 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.