About this design
Route nationale française 220
Route nationale française 220 (France) (Road Sign) Pint Glass 16oz
This design takes a single red-and-white road marker, the N220, and makes it the whole story: a bold numeral route sign lifted straight from the French national road network.
Visual Elements & Composition
Red dominates the design, filling most of the field, with white reserved for the lettering. A white bold letter N sits beside the numerals 220, all set on a rounded red rectangle. The result is flat, graphic and immediately readable, with the sign's horizontal rectangle framing the marker like a piece of roadside signage seen at a glance. Nothing is decorative for its own sake; every shape exists to be understood quickly from a distance.
Meaning & Symbolism
The N prefix marks a route as part of France's national network, and 220 is the specific road it identifies. Together they turn an ordinary piece of infrastructure into a name you can follow on a map. The design belongs to the long tradition of French road signing, where numbered routes organise travel across the country and give regions their connecting threads. It speaks to motoring, transit and the mapped geography of France, and it reads as a modern, factual portrait of a single road.
On the Mixing Glass
A pint glass is held at the waist and turned in the hand, so the sign wraps a tall, curving surface that is seen in pieces as the drink is raised and set down. The marker's bold red block keeps its identity as it moves around the glass, and the white numerals catch the light wherever the glass is set on a bar or table. It is a design that rewards a second look at the bottom of the glass, the way a road sign rewards a second look from the driver's seat.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- France
- Printed
- When you order it
Clear 16 oz (≈0.47 L) pint glasses made from solid glass with a heavy base for steady placement. Narrower at the bottom for an easier grip and balanced feel — durable, dishwasher-safe, and ideal for both serving and mixing.
These pints are crafted from 100% clear glass that showcases the drink inside — color, clarity and carbonation are all visible. A heavier, solid base reduces tipping and gives the glass a satisfying weight in the hand while the gently tapered body makes holding and carrying more comfortable.
Built to last, the construction resists chipping under normal use and is suitable for busy service environments as well as retail display. One-sided print work reads bright against the clear surface; the overall aesthetic is clean and modern.
- Material: 100% clear glass for pure clarity and gloss.
- Capacity: 16 oz (standard U.S. pint / ≈0.47 L).
- Base: heavy solid glass base reduces tipping and improves balance.
- Shape: narrower bottom for a comfortable grip and easier carrying.
- Durability: dishwasher-safe and built for regular use.
Use these glasses for draft pours, mixed drinks, iced beverages and more. Their clear walls show off color and bubbles, which makes them a great choice for menus, tasting flights, and bars where presentation matters.
- Serving: ideal for beers, sodas, iced teas and cocktails served cold.
- Mixing: also works as a simple mixing glass for shaken or stirred cocktails in casual settings.
- Display: clean silhouette fits behind bars, on shelves, or on retail racks.
Quick tip: because the base is heavier, these glasses feel stable on trays and counters — handy when serving multiple drinks at once.
These glasses are dishwasher-safe; place them on the top rack and use a regular household cycle. For best longevity, avoid stacking them tightly and steer clear of high-heat commercial wash cycles when possible.
Hand wash with warm water and mild dish soap when you want to preserve maximum clarity and avoid sudden temperature shocks. Handle by the body, not just the rim, to reduce the chance of accidental chipping.
One size: 16 oz (≈0.47 L). Below are product dimensions to help with shelving, storage, and packaging choices.
Size guide
All measurements are product dimensions in inches.
| 16 oz | |
|---|---|
| Height (in) | 5.90 |
| Rim diameter (in) | 3.40 |
| Bottom diameter (in) | 2.30 |
Note: dimensions are nominal — small manufacturing tolerances may apply. Allow a margin if precise fitment or stacking is required.