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PA-34 1948 (Pennsylvania) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

PA-34 1948 (Pennsylvania) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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PA-34 1948 (Pennsylvania) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

A flat white route shield with a trapezoid base, carrying the number 34 and the word PENNA, marked with the year 1948 in the plain style of a mid-century highway sign.

Visual Elements & Composition

White covers most of the sign, with black used for the numeral, the lettering and a thin outline. The keystone shape is the core of the design, a pointed panel tapering to a flat bottom edge. PENNA runs across the upper part and the bold 34 takes the centre, with the layout kept deliberately spare. No ornament or colour is added, so the sign reads cleanly at a glance, which is how route markers were meant to work.

Meaning & Symbolism

By 1948 the United States had a numbered highway network that stretched across most states, and Pennsylvania's route markers were part of it. The number 34 identifies a route within the state's system, and the abbreviated state name marks it as Pennsylvania's own. The year places the sign in the post-war period, when that network was carrying more traffic than ever and the shield had become a familiar part of American roadside life.

In Hand, On the Bar

A shot glass is small and held close, so the shield appears right where the eye falls as the glass is lifted. The keystone outline suits the glass's narrow body, and the central 34 reads easily across a table. It is a fitting addition for a home bar or a collection of road memorabilia, and a quiet link to the highways that shaped Pennsylvania in the years after the war.

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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.