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PA-51 1948 (Pennsylvania) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

PA-51 1948 (Pennsylvania) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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PA-51 1948 (Pennsylvania) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

A keystone-shaped Pennsylvania route marker in flat black and white, with the PENNA lettering above the number 51.

Visual Elements & Composition

The palette is restrained: black on a broad white ground, with the trapezoid and keystone drawn as a single outline. Nothing competes with the sign. The figures 51 are the anchor of the layout, and the state lettering sits above them, so the composition reads as a clear hierarchy from the state name down to the route.

Meaning & Symbolism

The keystone outline is the sign Pennsylvania used to show a numbered state route, and the number 51 is the identifier of this one. Dating the piece to 1948 places it in the years when numbered routes were settling into the familiar network of American highways. It stands as a record of how a simple, legible sign turned a long stretch of road into something a traveller could trust.

Held Close

A shot glass is small and held near the face, so the marker works at a short, intimate distance rather than from across a room. The keystone sits neatly within the glass, and the numerals remain crisp enough to read at arm's length. It is a good fit for a glass raised to anyone who has followed a route sign across the state.

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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.