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  • Flag of East Germany vertical Shot Glass 1.5oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Flag of East Germany vertical Shot Glass 1.5oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Flag of East Germany vertical Shot Glass 1.5oz - Go Mug Yourself
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Flag of East Germany vertical Shot Glass 1.5oz

Flag of East Germany vertical Shot Glass 1.5oz

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Flag of East Germany vertical Shot Glass 1.5oz

This is the flag of the German Democratic Republic turned on its end, three bold bands of black, red and gold running top to bottom with the state emblem set at the centre.

Visual Elements & Composition

The palette is strictly tricolour: black, red and gold, each taking an equal share of the field. Because the flag is rotated to a vertical format, the bands stand upright like columns, giving the design a stately, poster-like rhythm. The emblem sits in the middle of the stripes as a circular wreath enclosing the hammer and compass, rendered in flat vector shapes with no shading or texture. The effect is clean and graphic, with nothing competing for attention beyond that central roundel.

Meaning & Symbolism

Each element of the emblem carries a deliberate social message. The hammer stands for the workers, the compass for the intellectuals, and the ring of rye for the farmers, together presenting the state as a union of labour, learning and agriculture. The plain tricolour was in use from 1949, while this version with the central emblem was officially adopted on 1 October 1959. It is a formal example of mid-twentieth-century German political iconography, the visual language of the state that existed until 1990.

Made for the Hand and the Table

A shot glass is small, held close and tipped back in a single movement, so the emblem sits right at eye level as it is lifted. The upright bands run straight up the outside of the glass, and the central roundel lands where a toast is raised. It is the kind of piece that starts a conversation between rounds, and a good talking point for anyone with a fondness for history and a taste for the unusual.

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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.