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US 50 California 1948 (California) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

US 50 California 1948 (California) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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US 50 California 1948 (California) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

A monochrome US route shield with a notched top, reading CALIFORNIA above US and the number 50.

Visual Elements & Composition

White is the dominant tone, with black used for the outline, the header word and the route number. The notch cut into the top edge gives the shield its distinctive profile, and CALIFORNIA sits across the upper band with US and 50 stacked beneath it. The palette is restrained and the forms are bold, so the sign reads quickly and keeps a clean, mid-century simplicity.

Meaning & Symbolism

The shield marks US Route 50 through California, a long east-west highway that runs from the Bay Area through Sacramento to the Nevada state line. The year 1948 in the title places the design in the post-war decade, when cross-country driving grew rapidly and the numbered highway system became the familiar backbone of American road travel. The notched shield and simple black lettering are the graphic signature of that era.

Shaped for the Shot Glass

A shot glass is small and held close, so the marker is read up near the eye at the bar rather than from the roadside. The black lettering shows well through the clear glass, and the notched top gives the glass a distinctive silhouette as it is raised for a toast.

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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.