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SD 296 (South Dakota) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

SD 296 (South Dakota) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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SD 296 (South Dakota) Shot Glass - Design Overview

This shot glass commemorates the historical significance of South Dakota Highway 296, a decommissioned route from the state's early highway system. The design directly reflects the road sign that once marked this path through Turner and Lincoln Counties.

Artwork and Visual Elements

The central design element is a faithful representation of the original SD 296 road sign. The route number, "296," is boldly displayed within the distinctive silhouette of the state of South Dakota. The iconic shape, instantly recognizable to anyone familiar with South Dakota's highway signage, provides a strong visual anchor for the design.

The color scheme mirrors the standard design employed by the South Dakota Department of Transportation during the era when SD 296 was an active highway. The route number and state outline are rendered in a crisp, clean white, providing excellent contrast against a solid green background, the standard color used for highway signage, ensuring high visibility.

Meaning and Symbolism

The design, with its use of the South Dakota state outline and standard highway color scheme, serves as a nostalgic nod to the state's transportation history. It encapsulates the evolution of South Dakota's road network, memorializing a route that once connected communities and facilitated travel.

The presence of the "296" within the state outline clearly identifies the route as a specific piece of South Dakota’s past. It is a visual representation of the history that once existed within the highways of 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.