About this design
Jiangsu Expwy S86 sign no name
Jiangsu Expwy S86 sign no name (China) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz
This design takes the form of a Chinese expressway route shield, a green rounded rectangle carrying the white route designation S86 and the characters 苏 高 速 that mark it as a Jiangsu provincial expressway.
Visual Elements & Composition
Green dominates the artwork, covering most of its field, with a horizontal two-band panel that sets the route number apart from the surrounding text. The white S86 sits boldest in the composition, flanked by the yellow and black lettering of the characters for Jiangsu and expressway. The flat vector treatment keeps every edge crisp and every colour block clean, with no shading or ornament to distract from the information.
Meaning & Symbolism
Each element follows the standardised visual language of national road traffic regulation, GB 5768, which governs how Chinese road signs and markings are drawn so that a driver can read them at speed. The S86 designation identifies the Shanghai–Chengdu Expressway Zhenjiang Branch Line, a link in the regional transport network of Jiangsu Province. The shield is modern in origin and purely functional in purpose: it exists to guide motorists along the route, and its beauty lies in that clarity.
Small Glass, Close Reading
A shot glass is picked up, tilted and read at arm's length, so the S86 shield arrives in full view the moment it is lifted. The green field fills the glass face to face, and the route number stays legible from the first glance to the last. Raise it for a toast on a road trip, or set it on a shelf as a reminder of the expressways that carry people between cities.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- China
- 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.