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US XX Arizona 1956 South (Arizona) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

US XX Arizona 1956 South (Arizona) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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US XX Arizona 1956 South (Arizona) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

A mid-century Arizona highway shield in deep green and white, the colour that signalled southbound travel during the state's brief run of coloured route markers.

Visual Elements & Composition

Green fills most of the shield, with white lettering standing out sharply against it. The word ARIZONA sits across the top, and a route placeholder occupies the centre. The word SOUTH anchors the lower section, so the sign reads as a directional marker as well as a route. The flat vector style keeps every edge clean and the layout plain.

Meaning & Symbolism

From the mid-1950s Arizona colour-coded its U.S. Highway shields so drivers could read their heading without reading the text. Green meant southbound, and the other directions carried their own colours. The state moved to the black-and-white shields used across the country by the early 1960s. The design captures a short experiment in state-level traffic signage, set against the federal numbered highway system that began in 1926.

Fitting the Artwork to a Shot Glass

A shot glass is small and held close, so the green shield sits at eye level as the glass is lifted. The clear walls let the colour show through, and the piece suits anyone who likes a small, bold reminder of how the open road was once marked.

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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.