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Old Texas 83 (Texas) (Road Sign) STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Old Texas 83 (Texas) (Road Sign) STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Old Texas 83 (Texas) (Road Sign) Sticker: Design Breakdown

This sticker features the iconic design of the Old Texas 83 road sign, a relic of Texas highway history. It's a visual tribute to the now-defunct Texas State Highway 83, offering a glimpse into the state's past road signage.

Design Elements & Representation

The design faithfully recreates the circle-in-square style, the most common format drivers would have encountered before 1948. At its heart lies a bold black "83" enclosed within a stark white circle. This circle is then framed by a solid black square, providing a clear and defined visual boundary.

Beneath the numeric designation, the word "TEXAS" is inscribed. This element reinforces the sign's origin and signifies its role in directing traffic across the Lone Star State.

Symbolism and Meaning

The sticker design is a symbol of Texas history, representing a specific era of highway development and the evolution of the state's transportation infrastructure. It embodies the pre-1948 era of Texas road signage, a time when state highways had their own distinct visual identity.

For those familiar with Texas history, the design evokes nostalgia for a time before standardized rectangular highway signs. It signifies a bygone era of driving and exploration within the state, where each road sign told its unique story.

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Glossy kiss-cut vinyl stickers made for smooth, indoor surfaces — laptops, journals, mirrors, and other finished items. Crisp edges, vivid color, strong hold, and not waterproof.

What “kiss-cut” means: the blade cuts the vinyl layer into the exact shape while leaving the backing liner whole, so pieces separate cleanly and lift off the sheet without tearing. It’s the neatest way to produce shaped stickers and multi-piece sheets.

  • Material: reliable vinyl face with a permanent acrylic adhesive formulated for smooth, non-porous surfaces.
  • Finish: glossy surface that enhances contrast and depth without feeling overly reflective.
  • Printing: eco-solvent inks provide dense color and crisp detail for fine lines and gradients.
  • Use case: intended for indoor environments only — not waterproof. Not recommended for continuous exposure to moisture or dishwashing.
  • Application friendly: easy-peel backing and a liner that releases cleanly to help reduce bubbles and misfeeds during placement.

These stickers perform best on smooth, dust-free surfaces — think laptop lids, sealed notebooks, glass, mirrors, finished shelving and lockers. They’ll stick well where the surface is flat and clean; avoid rough wood, silicone, fabric, and heavily textured paint.

  1. Clean: remove dust and oils with a lint-free cloth. For stubborn grime, use a mild soap and water rinse; let the area dry completely.
  2. Align: peel a corner, position carefully, then press the center down first.
  3. Smooth: work outward from the center with a soft card or a thumb to push air out and ensure the edges set down firmly.

Tip: give the adhesive 24 hours to fully settle before heavy handling. These are not designed for outdoor or wet conditions.

  • Gently dust with a soft, dry cloth, moving from the center outward to avoid scratching the gloss.
  • For light marks, a barely damp microfiber will lift residue — blot, don’t scrub, and dry right away.
  • Avoid bleach, solvents, abrasive pads, and steam; moisture or harsh chemicals can lift edges and fade inks.

Reminder: these stickers are not waterproof. Keep them away from sinks, outdoor exposure, and dishwasher cycles to maintain adhesion and finish.

Sizes are measured across the sticker’s longest side. For example, a 3″ sticker is 3 inches across its largest dimension (height or width, depending on the shape).

The kiss-cut follows the sticker’s outline for a tidy border; complex shapes can show small variances, but the advertised measurement refers to the maximum edge-to-edge length.