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Texas 5A 1917 (Texas) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

Texas 5A 1917 (Texas) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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Texas 5A 1917 (Texas) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

A black-and-white highway shield in flat vector style, carrying the route marking 5A in a star badge and dated 1917.

Visual Elements & Composition

The sign is built from black and white alone, with white taking the larger share. A five-pointed star sits within a circular badge, and a square frame anchors the shield. STATE and HIGHWAY frame the marking, while 5A and the year 1917 are set boldly enough to read first. The layout is plain and symmetrical, leaving the route designation as the clear focal point.

Meaning & Symbolism

Route shields were designed to identify a road and its state in a single look, and this one follows that convention exactly. The star marks Texas, and the 5A designation within a 1917 context gives the sign its archival, categorical character. The mid-century treatment is faithful to the simple wayfinding graphics of the period, which relied on a shape, a number and a name.

On the Shot Glass

A shot glass is small and held close, so the shield sits at eye level as the glass is raised. The star and the 5A marking come straight into view with each pour, and the black-and-white contrast reads crisply through the clear glass.

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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.