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  • 22D New York State Militia Near Harpers Ferry, Va., 1861 I.E.1862 025 (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 025 (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 025 (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 025 (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 025 (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 025 (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 025 (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

22D New York State Militia Near Harpers Ferry, Va., 1861 I.E.1862 025 (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 historical artwork records the 22nd New York State Militia at Harpers Ferry, Virginia, in the early months of the American Civil War.

Visual Elements & Composition

The design is built around a single subject: the regiment, placed in the Harpers Ferry landscape and identified by its own label. The unit name and location are set out as clear lettering, so the image reads as a documented record rather than a loose scene. The dating, 1861 with the cataloguer's note "i.e. 1862," sits in the same caption, giving the viewer the period and the correction in one glance.

Meaning & Symbolism

Harpers Ferry sits where the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers meet, and it was a crossing of rail and water routes, which made it strategically important from the first year of the war. A state militia regiment stationed there stands for the volunteer soldiers of New York who answered the call in 1861, many of them serving before the larger armies had taken shape. The image keeps that moment and that unit in view.

Turning the Story in Your Hand

A mug is held and turned, so the scene comes to you in pieces rather than all at once. Pour a hot drink in and the design surfaces, as if the regiment were stepping out of the cold. It is a fitting way to read a piece of nineteenth-century regimental history, and a good pick for a history enthusiast, a Civil War reader, or anyone who collects period memorabilia.

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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.