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Virginia 198 1956 (Virginia) (Road Sign) STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Virginia 198 1956 (Virginia) (Road Sign) STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Virginia 198 (1956) Road Sign - Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Design Overview

This sticker presents a faithful recreation of the Virginia 198 state highway shield as it would have appeared in 1956. The design captures the essence of mid-century highway signage, offering a glimpse into Virginia's transportation history.

Visual Elements

The artwork features the distinctive shield shape, a hallmark of Virginia’s highway system. The design is dominated by a white background, mirroring the non-reflective enamel used in the original signs. A bold black border cleanly outlines the shield, providing a clear visual contrast.

At the top, the word "VIRGINIA" is rendered in small, uppercase black letters, identifying the state. Centered prominently within the shield are the bold, black numerals "198," indicating the specific route. This clear and concise display was crucial for easy identification by drivers.

Meaning and Symbolism

The sign represents a tangible piece of Virginia's past. The shield shape and the specific colors and fonts are instantly recognizable to those familiar with the state's highways. "198" signifies a specific route, a connector that, in 1956, already linked Gloucester County through Mathews County, a vital link for those traveling the Middle Peninsula.

The design, with its simple yet purposeful aesthetic, evokes a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era of road travel. It symbolizes the infrastructure and the wayfinding system of the time, before reflective sheeting and standardized design became the norm.

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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.