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Flag of the United Kingdom 1806 (United Kingdom) Shot Glass 1.5oz

Flag of the United Kingdom 1806 (United Kingdom) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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Flag of the United Kingdom 1806 (United Kingdom) Shot Glass 1.5oz

This piece shows the Union Jack as it looked in 1806, five years after the flag first took its present form, drawn in flat, crisp colour blocks on a deep blue field.

Visual Elements & Composition

Navy blue fills most of the design and acts as the ground for three crosses. The red Cross of St George sits upright and is bordered in white, while the white Cross of St Andrew runs diagonally across it. The red Cross of St Patrick is set on the diagonals as well, with its colour switching sides: red sits below the white on the hoist and above it on the fly. The result is a symmetrical, stately layout with no text or numerals, just the interlocking crosses in royal blue, crimson and white.

Meaning & Symbolism

The flag was created by the Act of Union, which took effect on 1 January 1801 and joined the Kingdom of Great Britain with the Kingdom of Ireland. Each cross stands for one of the nations in that union: St George for England, St Andrew for Scotland and St Patrick for Ireland. The palette carries its own meaning in the heraldry of the period, with red for bravery, white for peace and blue for loyalty. This rendering captures the flag in the early nineteenth century, when the union was still new.

Where the Design Meets the Glass

A shot glass is small and held close, so the crosses become a detail to study between sips rather than a backdrop seen from across the room. The 1.5oz body is a compact canvas, and the tight curve of the glass keeps the diagonals and bordered reds in view from every angle. It is an easy way to bring a piece of early nineteenth-century heraldry to the home bar or a shelf of travel souvenirs.

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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.