About this design
Zeichen 238 - Sonderweg Reiter StVO 1992
Zeichen 238 - Sonderweg Reiter StVO 1992 (Germany) (Road Sign) Pint Glass 16oz
This design turns a German road sign into a clean, graphic study: a rider on horseback set inside a bold blue circle, rendered as a single flat pictogram.
Visual Elements & Composition
Royal blue fills roughly three-quarters of the design, with white taking up the rest as the figure and its outline. The circular badge is the frame, and the mounted rider and horse sit centred within it, drawn in simple, confident shapes with no shading or texture. Nothing competes with the silhouette. The pictogram reads instantly from a few steps away, which is exactly how a road sign is meant to work.
Meaning & Symbolism
Zeichen 238 is a regulatory sign from the German Straßenverkehrs-Ordnung, the national traffic code. Introduced on 1 July 1992, it marked a mandatory Sonderweg für Reiter, a special path reserved for horse riders. The 2013 revision of the StVO renamed it Reitweg, so this design records the 1992 standard specifically. It belongs to a late twentieth-century German tradition of transport signage, where clarity of instruction mattered more than decoration, and the rider on the sign stands for a right of way that was set out in law rather than left to chance.
Made for the Hand, Read at a Glance
A pint glass gives this pictogram a tall, curved surface to wrap around, so the circle and rider turn with the glass as it is lifted and tilted. Because the sign is built from one clear image, it holds its shape from every angle at the table, and the blue and white read as bold as they would on a roadside post. It is a sensible design for a glass that gets picked up and looked at often.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Germany
- 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.