Old Texas 48 (Texas) (Road Sign) T-Shirt

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Old Texas 48 (Texas) (Road Sign) T-Shirt - Design

This t-shirt features a design celebrating the history of Texas roadways, specifically the iconic Old Texas State Highway 48 (SH 48). The artwork pays homage to the vintage road signs that once guided travelers across the Lone Star State.

Design Elements & Interpretation

The core of the design is a faithful representation of a classic Texas highway sign. The artwork prominently showcases one of the two styles of signs used for Old SH 48:

  • Texas-Outline Style (1920s): This design features a white shield shaped like the state of Texas. Inside the outline, the number "48" is prominently displayed, indicating the highway designation. Beneath the Texas silhouette, the word "TEXAS" is elegantly scripted. This design style symbolizes the pride in the state and the specific route it represents.
  • Circle-in-Square Style (1930s-1940s): Alternatively, the design showcases a black square with a white circle centered within it. Inside the circle, the number "48" is clearly visible, and "TEXAS" is inscribed below. The circular design of the sign is a stark contrast to the rectangular shape of later signs and it is meant to stand out on the side of the road and alert people as to the direction they were headed.

The overall aesthetic is a vintage tribute, evoking a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era of Texas travel and the evolution of its transportation infrastructure. This design allows you to wear a piece of Texas history, celebrating the roads and routes that helped shape the state.

Specifications

SKU
686421e988f2e3adb20d37c5
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
FREE Shipping to the USA. Orders ship in 2–3 business days. 30-Day hassle-free returns. International Shipping is calculated at Checkout.

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