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Philistine People of the Pentapolis Retro shirt

Name: Philistine People of the Pentapolis Retro shirt
SKU: 2718551
Availability: InStock

Long before they were reduced to simple villains in biblical stories, the Philistines were a sophisticated culture—the “Sea Peoples” who brought Aegean pottery, advanced metallurgy, and a unique urban confederation to the southern Levant. The Philistine “People of the Pentapolis” Retro Archaeology Shirt honors this complex history. It highlights the “Pentapolis”—the league of five powerful city-states: Gaza, Ashkelon, Ashdod, Ekron, and Gath. The design captures the vibe of an old-school excavation team shirt or a souvenir from a vintage museum gift shop, utilizing retro typography and often featuring motifs like Mycenaean-style pottery or ancient maps.

To capture the crisp look of a vintage textbook diagram, we print this design on high-quality cotton known for its clean retro reproduction. The fabric provides a smooth surface that ensures the fine lines of the archaeology-inspired graphics and the serif fonts are sharp and legible. It doesn’t look like a blurry transfer; it looks like a curated piece of history. Whether you are a professional archaeologist, a student of the Ancient Near East, or just someone who loves the aesthetic of 1970s academic journals, this shirt connects you to the deep past with style.

Why You’ll Love This Shirt

Deep Cut History: A niche reference to the five cities of the Philistine confederation.
Retro Academic Vibe: The design mimics the style of vintage university or museum apparel.
Educational: A great conversation starter about the history of the ancient Levant.

Perfect For

Archaeology Fans: The ultimate casual wear for dig sites or lectures.
History Buffs: Specifically those interested in the Bronze Age Collapse and Iron Age.
Museum Goers: Fits right in with the aesthetic of a natural history museum.
Vintage Style Lovers: The typography and layout appeal to fans of retro graphic design.

Product Details

Material: 100% cotton; selected for a smooth finish that enhances retro-style graphics.
Fit / Print: A standard unisex fit featuring Direct-to-Garment (DTG) printing for a clean, vintage look.
Care Instructions: Machine wash cold, inside out. Tumble dry on low. Do not iron the graphic.

FAQ – Philistine People of the Pentapolis Retro shirt

What is the “Pentapolis”? The Pentapolis refers to the confederation of five major Philistine cities in the ancient Levant: Gaza, Ashkelon, Ashdod, Ekron, and Gath, all celebrated on this Philistine pentapolis shirt.

Is the design historically accurate? The Philistine pentapolis shirt is designed with an “educational, vintage” aesthetic, often using period-correct names and pottery motifs to honor the archaeological record.

What kind of print is it? We use a high-quality DTG print that allows for “clean retro reproduction,” giving the Philistine pentapolis shirt the look of a vintage academic tee.

SIZE GUIDE

Classic Men's T-Shirt

The fabric composition varies by color: solid colors are 100% Cotton, Heather colors, Tweed, and Russet are a 50/50 Cotton/Polyester blend, and Sport Grey and Antique colors consist of 90% Cotton and 10% Polyester.

SIZE GUIDE	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL	4XL	5XL
WIDTH (inches)	18	20	22	24	26	28	30	32
LENGTH (inches)	28	29	30	31	32	33	34	35

Premium Men's T-Shirt

Fabric blends: Heather colors – 90% cotton, 10% polyester. The classic fit along with the crew neckline provide a timeless style with neat looks that are perfect for accessorizing. This means it’s a highly versatile choice for both casual and semi-formal events.

SIZE GUIDE	XS	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL	4XL
WIDTH (inches)	17.5	19	20.5	22	24	26	28	30
LENGTH (inches)	27	28	29	30	31	32	33	34

Classic Women's T-Shirt

The fabric composition varies by color: solid colors are 100% Cotton, Heather colors, Tweed, and Russet are a 50/50 Cotton/Polyester blend, and Sport Grey and Antique colors consist of 90% Cotton and 10% Polyester.

SIZE GUIDE	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL
WIDTH (inches)	17.25	19.25	21.25	23.25	25.25	27.25
LENGTH (inches)	25.5	26	27	28	28.5	29

Premium Women's T-Shirt

Material: 100% combed round-thread cotton (Dark Grey: 90% cotton, 10% polyester). Classic cotton t-shirt. Made from 100% combed round-thread cotton, this is an everyday essential with superior comfort.

SIZE GUIDE	XS	S	M	L	XL	2XL
WIDTH (inches)	15.25	16.25	17.25	18.25	19.75	21.25
LENGTH (inches)	25.5	26	27	28	28.5	29

Hooded & Crew Neck Sweatshirt

Made with 50% Cotton and 50% Polyester

SIZE GUIDE	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL	4XL	5XL
WIDTH (inches)	20	22	24	26	28	30	32	34
LENGTH (inches)	26	27	28	29	30	31	33	34

Longsleeve Tee

Solid colors are made from 100% Cotton, while Heather colors and Ash feature an 85% Cotton and 15% Viscose blend.

SIZE GUIDE	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL	4XL	5XL
WIDTH (inches)	18	20	22	24	26	28	30	32
LENGTH (inches)	28	29	30	31	32	33	34	35

Tank Top

Solid colors are 100% Cotton; Heather colors consist of 52% Cotton and 48% Polyester; Athletic Heather contains 90% Cotton and 10% Polyester; and Triblend colors are made from 50% Polyester, 25% Cotton, and 25% Rayon.

SIZE GUIDE	XS	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL
WIDTH (inches)	16	18	20	22	24	26	28
LENGTH (inches)	27	28	29	30	31	32	33

Men's V-neck T-Shirt

Made with our soft ring spun cotton and cotton blends, Softstyle’s high stitch density fabric offers a smooth printing surface. Taped neck and shoulders for comfort and durability.

SIZE GUIDE	XS	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL
WIDTH (inches)	16	18	20	22	24	26	28
LENGTH (inches)	26	27.5	28.75	29.75	30.75	32	33

Women's V-neck T-Shirt

Made from 100% American cotton and the most advanced soft cotton technology, this product has been improved to enhance the quality and comfort you can feel.

SIZE GUIDE	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL
WIDTH (inches)	17.25	19.25	21.25	23.25	25.25	27.25
LENGTH (inches)	25.5	26	27	28	28.5	29

Youth T-Shirt

Made with 100% ringspun cotton, although the fiber content may differ for certain color options.

SIZE GUIDE	XS	S	M	L	XL
WIDTH (inches)	16	17	18	19	20
LENGTH (inches)	20.5	22	23.5	25	26.5

Youth Hooded & Sweatshirt

50/50 cotton/polyester, made with finer yarns and new MVS Air spinning technology, that improves the fabric by reducing pilling, enhancing durability and creating a smoother printing surface.

SIZE GUIDE	XS	S	M	L	XL
WIDTH (inches)	16	17	18	19	20
LENGTH (inches)	19.75	21.25	22.5	24	25.5

Shipping information

1. Order Processing Time

Order Handling: Orders are typically processed within 2–5 business days after successful payment.
Made-to-Order Production: Since many of our items are printed on demand, production may take a little longer during high-volume periods (e.g., holidays).
Orders placed on weekends or public holidays will be processed on the next business day.

2. Shipping Time Estimates

We ship worldwide. Estimated delivery times (after processing) are:

Region	Estimated Delivery Time
United States	5–10 business days
Canada	7–12 business days
United Kingdom	7–12 business days
Australia	7–14 business days
Europe	7–15 business days
Rest of World	10–20 business days