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  • 22D New York State Militia Near Harpers Ferry, Va., 1861 I.E.1862 023 (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • 22D New York State Militia Near Harpers Ferry, Va., 1861 I.E.1862 023 (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • 22D New York State Militia Near Harpers Ferry, Va., 1861 I.E.1862 023 (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • 22D New York State Militia Near Harpers Ferry, Va., 1861 I.E.1862 023 (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • 22D New York State Militia Near Harpers Ferry, Va., 1861 I.E.1862 023 (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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22D New York State Militia Near Harpers Ferry, Va., 1861 I.E.1862 023 (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

22D New York State Militia Near Harpers Ferry, Va., 1861 I.E.1862 023 (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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22d New York State Militia near Harpers Ferry, Va., 1861 [i.e.1862] - Color Morphing Mug Design

This design places the 22nd New York State Militia at Harpers Ferry, Virginia, and anchors the scene to the years 1861 and 1862.

Visual Elements & Composition

The artwork is a plain, documentary depiction with no added ornament. The regiment is the subject, and the Harpers Ferry setting sits alongside it rather than competing for attention. The dates are part of the design's name, so the image reads as a record of a specific unit at a specific moment as much as a picture.

Meaning & Symbolism

Harpers Ferry was a strategic river crossing where the Potomac and Shenandoah meet, and it changed hands more than once during the early war. A New York regiment stationed there in 1861 and 1862 represents the Union's effort to hold the Virginia border and the mobilisation of Northern state militias that shaped the first years of the conflict. The design honours that specific unit rather than the war in general, which is what makes it useful for anyone collecting nineteenth-century American military subjects.

On the Mug

A mug is turned in the hand and studied up close, which suits a design built on named detail. The image is faintly visible when cold and only fully revealed once a hot drink is poured in, so the regiment and its location surface gradually, like a document being unsealed. Pour the morning coffee and the 1861 scene comes into focus. It is a gift for the history reader who already has opinions about the Shenandoah campaign.

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Color-changing ceramic mugs with a glossy finish, black exterior, and white interior. Available in one size: 11 oz (≈330 ml). Heat-reactive coating reveals your custom design when filled with hot liquid. BPA- and lead-free, with a comfortable C-handle.

This mug brings a playful twist to the daily coffee or tea ritual. At room temperature, it looks like a simple black mug with a glossy finish. But add a hot beverage, and your chosen design fades into view, showing vivid colors against the white interior.

The ceramic body is durable enough for repeated use, while the C-shaped handle balances comfort and grip. Printing uses sublimation techniques that fuse color into the heat-reactive surface for crisp results when the design appears.

  • Material: ceramic with glossy black exterior and white interior.
  • Size: one standard size, 11 oz (≈330 ml).
  • Finish: glossy glaze with heat-sensitive surface.
  • Printing: sublimation process produces crisp, vibrant colors.
  • Safety: BPA-free and lead-free, suitable for everyday drinks.
  • Effect: design is faintly visible when cold, fully revealed when hot.

Perfect as a novelty gift or a fun personal mug, the heat-reactive design makes coffee breaks more engaging. It works well for morning coffee, afternoon tea, or hot chocolate.

  1. Daily routine: fill with any hot beverage to reveal your chosen artwork.
  2. Gifting: the “magic” reveal makes it a memorable present for birthdays, holidays, or office exchanges.
  3. Office use: sparks conversation while still being practical for everyday drinks.

Note: for best results, avoid designs that rely heavily on deep black backgrounds, as they may blend with the mug’s surface when cold.

Unlike standard mugs, color-changing mugs require gentler care to preserve the heat-reactive coating. Hand-wash only — avoid the dishwasher and abrasive scrubbers, which can damage the finish and reduce the effect.

The mug is safe for short microwave use when heating liquids, but repeated high-heat cycles may shorten the lifespan of the coating. Always allow the mug to cool before washing.

Available in one classic size: 11 oz (approximately 330 ml). It’s large enough for most standard coffee makers and fits comfortably in most cabinets.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz
Height (in) 3.78
Diameter (in) 3.23
Diameter w/ handle (in) 4.76

Note: measurements are approximate; slight variations may occur due to manufacturing tolerances.