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MN-41 1920 (Minnesota) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

MN-41 1920 (Minnesota) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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MN-41 1920 (Minnesota) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

This design reproduces the original MN-41 route marker that Minnesota put up in 1920, when the state first numbered its trunk highways and drivers needed a sign they could read at a glance.

Visual Elements & Composition

The marker is flat and graphic. Bold black numerals reading 41 dominate the design, set on a plain field with no state outline and no ornamental lettering. A small five-pointed star sits inside a black circular badge, giving the sign a single point of emphasis above the number. Nothing competes with the figures, so the route number is the whole message.

Meaning & Symbolism

The sign marked the road connecting Chaska, Shakopee, Jordan and Belle Plaine in southern Minnesota during the first wave of automobile travel. Its plainness is the point. Early state highway markers were built for legibility, and the number alone told a driver they were still on the right route. The design comes before the decorative state-outline shields adopted in 1948, so it records the moment when American road signage was defined by function alone.

Reading the Route on the Glass

A shot glass is small and held close, so the marker's bold numerals read clearly across the rim while the star-and-badge detail rewards a closer look. Each pour puts the route number in your hand, a small piece of Minnesota transport history for anyone who likes to know where a road began.

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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.