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PA-14 1948 (Pennsylvania) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

PA-14 1948 (Pennsylvania) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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PA-14 1948 (Pennsylvania) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

A black-and-white Pennsylvania route marker for Route 14, dated 1948, with the state name and route number set in heavy block type.

Visual Elements & Composition

White makes up most of the design, with black for the shield outline and lettering. A keystone-shaped shield forms the frame, with PENNA across the upper section and the numeral 14 filling the lower part. The flat vector finish has no shading or ornament, so the lettering and the shape of the shield carry the whole image.

Meaning & Symbolism

Route markers of this kind were the everyday signs of the national highway system as it matured through the 1940s. The 1948 date places this sign in the postwar years, when Pennsylvania's numbered routes were carrying more traffic and being signed more consistently. The shield stands for that ordered road network, where a state abbreviation and a route number were enough to guide a driver across the country.

Shaped for the Shot Glass

A shot glass is small and held close, so the lettering is read at close range as the glass is raised. The bold keystone and the large numerals keep their legibility at that scale, making the marker a compact, readable piece rather than a detail that needs to be seen from afar.

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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.