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New Mexico 6 1932 (New Mexico) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

New Mexico 6 1932 (New Mexico) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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New Mexico 6 1932 (New Mexico) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

A golden-yellow state road marker shows a red and black Zia sun with the route number 6 inside a circle, a style of sign that New Mexico used for its numbered highways in the early 1930s.

Visual Elements & Composition

Yellow makes up most of the surface, with black and red carrying the lettering and the emblem. The design is built around a circular badge, with a smaller central circle and the Zia sun framing the route number 6. The words STATE and ROAD sit around the numeral, and the abbreviations N. and M. appear in the lettering. The shapes are flat and bold, so the sign reads clearly even at small size.

Meaning & Symbolism

The Zia sun is the sacred emblem of the Zia Pueblo and the central motif of the New Mexico flag, representing the four directions and the sun itself. Its use on a route marker shows how the state joined its cultural heritage to the work of identifying its roads. Route 6 runs west of Albuquerque toward Los Lunas, and much of its length follows the old alignment of U.S. Route 66, so the sign also connects to the Mother Road. The yellow field and the smaller central circle reflect the earlier style of New Mexico's markers, before later signs adopted a white background and a larger sun.

Made for a Shot Glass

A shot glass is small and held close, so the marker is read at near range as the glass is lifted. The yellow shows vividly through the clear glass, and the circular badge gives the eye a clear point to settle on. It suits a glass that is picked up and turned in the hand, carrying a little piece of early road history to the bar or the shelf.

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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.