Old Texas 55 (Texas) (Road Sign) T-Shirt: Design
This t-shirt showcases the historical journey of the Old Texas State Highway 55 through its iconic road sign designs.
1920s: Texas-Outline Shield
The central element of the design is the original 1920s SH 55 road sign. It features a bold black outline of the state of Texas, filled with white. Within the state outline, the number "55" is prominently displayed, representing the highway number. Below the Texas outline, the word "TEXAS" is printed in a clean, legible font. This design symbolizes the highway's origin and its connection to the state, reflecting a sense of early automotive travel and state pride.
1930s-40s: Circle-in-Square Shield
The design also includes the sign used in the 1930s and 40s. Here we find a solid black square with a white circle in the center. Inside the white circle, the bold number "55" is displayed, again indicating the highway. Below this, the word "TEXAS" is present. This sign represents a period of standardization and a more streamlined approach to road sign design during the era. This signifies the evolution of highway signage towards uniformity.
Post-1948: Rectangular Shield
Finally, the t-shirt features the modern road sign style used from 1948 onward. This design presents a white rectangle bordered by a black line. Above this, the number "55" is displayed. Below it, the word "TEXAS" appears. This sign represents the current standard, emphasizing clarity and modern design.
The layout of the design honors the evolution of road signage for SH 55, evoking the history of travel in Texas and celebrates a journey through the evolution of highway design.
