NC 109A 1957 (North Carolina) (Road Sign) T-Shirt

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NC 109A 1957 (North Carolina) (Road Sign) T-Shirt: Design Description

This t-shirt features a striking piece of North Carolina transportation history: the iconic "NC 109A" route marker from the 1957 era. The design is a faithful reproduction of the road sign that once guided travelers along the alternate route of North Carolina Highway 109.

Artwork and Visual Elements

The central element of the design is a white diamond, its corners gently rounded, containing the bold designation "109A." This diamond is encased within a solid black square, or sometimes a black background, adhering to the classic 1957 North Carolina highway shield style.

Meaning and Symbolism

The "109A" designation itself signifies an alternate route, a variant of the main NC 109. This could have meant a route through a town, or an older alignment, representing a detour or a way around the newly built bypasses. The design evokes a sense of nostalgia for a simpler era of road travel and the unique character of North Carolina's highway system.

The diamond shape, a distinctive characteristic of North Carolina's road signs at the time, distinguishes this design from the standard markers used by many other states. It represents a piece of local history, offering a visual connection to the state's transportation heritage.

The simple yet impactful composition of the design makes it easily recognizable and visually appealing, capturing the essence of a bygone era of road travel.

Specifications

SKU
6863c57fca33b87abb092cde
Condition
New
Material
Solid colors: 100% cotton. Heather/Tweed/Russet: 50% cotton, 50% polyester. Sport Grey/Antique: 90% cotton, 10% polyester.
Production
Printed using Direct-to-Garment (DTG) technology for vibrant, lasting designs.
Origin
Printed in the USA on imported garments (Nicaragua).
Shipping
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