Texas 87 1917 (Texas) (Road Sign) T-Shirt

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Texas 87 1917 (Texas) Road Sign T-Shirt - Design

This t-shirt showcases the iconic Texas State Highway 87 road sign as it appeared in 1917, a pivotal year in Texas road history. The design captures the original, early generation of state highway markers.

Artwork and Visual Elements

The central element is a bold representation of the "circle-in-a-square" design. A stark black square forms the background, providing a strong visual foundation. Inside this square, a crisp white circle takes center stage. The highway designation, "87," is prominently displayed within the white circle, rendered in a bold, black font to ensure high visibility.

The word "TEXAS" is positioned on the sign to identify the location of the highway.

Meaning and Symbolism

This design is a direct nod to Texas's rich transportation heritage. The road sign design represents the earliest days of the state's highway system, before the now-iconic Texas-shaped shields. It symbolizes the state's commitment to building and maintaining infrastructure and connecting communities. The 1917 sign design reflects a specific moment in time when a young state was expanding its roadways to drive economic growth and enhance mobility for its citizens.

The stark simplicity of the design, with its bold lines and contrasting colors, also conveys a sense of strength and straightforwardness, reflecting the utilitarian nature of the road signs themselves. It is a visual celebration of a foundational design in Texas history.

Specifications

SKU
6864bf6096c6aecb9f08009f
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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