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  • Sepia print showing four soldiers gathered around a cooking fire beside a canvas tent, with rifles stacked nearby.
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7th N.Y. State Militia, Camp Cameron, D.C., 1861 003 (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

7th N.Y. State Militia, Camp Cameron, D.C., 1861 003 (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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7th N.Y. State Militia, Camp Cameron, D.C., 1861 003 (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This sepia albumen-style photograph captures four soldiers of the 7th New York State Militia at their Camp Cameron encampment in Washington, D.C., in the spring of 1861.

Visual Elements & Composition

Sepia dominates the scene, with warm tan tones covering most of the frame and pale cream lightening the margins of the rectangular photograph. Dark brown sets the deepest shadows. A peaked canvas tent anchors the background, while stacked rifles and a kneeling man tending a cooking fire sit in the foreground. A seated soldier holds letters, and the words POST OFFICE are visible in the scene, a small detail that places the camp in its everyday routine.

Meaning & Symbolism

The regiment was among the first units to answer President Lincoln's call to defend the capital after the war began. Arriving in late April 1861, it briefly occupied the U.S. Capitol before moving to Camp Cameron near Meridian Hill for drills and defensive preparations during its initial thirty-day term. Nicknamed the Silk Stocking Regiment for the social standing of its New York City members, it shows how quickly Northern volunteers mobilised and how much was at stake in the early defence of the Union. The camp marks the shift from a pre-war militia to an active federal force, a short, uncertain moment in the opening weeks of the war.

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A mug is turned in the hand and read from the side, so the camp scene wraps slowly around the curve of the ceramic, with the tent and rifles passing before the eye as you rotate it. The black surface lets the sepia tones glow against the dark, and the C-shaped handle sits where your fingers already rest, making each refill a quiet moment with the men at Camp Cameron. It is a thoughtful pick for anyone who keeps history close at the breakfast table.

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Glossy black ceramic mugs in two practical sizes — 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml). Comfortable C-handle, microwave- and dishwasher-safe, and manufactured to be lead- and BPA-free. Note: printed blacks may read slightly different from the mug’s base color.

These mugs are made from solid ceramic with a glossy glaze that gives a deep, even surface for printing. Sublimation printing embeds ink into the glaze so artwork sits smoothly on the mug rather than simply sitting on top — that means better resistance to fading and scratching during normal use.

They’re available in the classic 11-ounce size for everyday black coffee and tea, and a larger 15-ounce cup if you like extra room for milk, foam or a long pour. The C-shaped handle is wide enough for a secure grip and balances the mug well when full.

  • Material: 100% ceramic with a high-gloss finish for punchy, saturated results.
  • Sizes: 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml) — choose your routine size.
  • Printing: sublimation process fuses color into the glaze for durable imagery.
  • Safety: lead- and BPA-free; meets common food-contact safety standards.
  • Design note: very dark artwork and the mug’s black base can produce subtle shade differences — add a thin lighter outline to ensure contrast if needed.

These mugs are at home in the kitchen, on the office desk, or tucked into a morning routine. They work for espresso shots, pour-overs, oat-milk lattes — you name it. The larger size is handy when you want a second cup’s worth without a refill.

  1. Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
  2. Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
  3. Gifting: packs well (wrap with a soft layer) and pairs nicely with coffee beans, tea tins, or a small box of biscuits.

Practical tip: for very dark designs, try a thin light border or a small margin so the artwork reads cleanly against the black ceramic.

These mugs are both microwave- and dishwasher-safe, but gentle habits extend the life of the print. We recommend dishwasher use on the top rack and milder cycles when possible.

Hand-washing is the friendliest option: warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft sponge. Avoid steel wool, harsh scouring pads, or blasting with extremely hot industrial cycles. And a quick reminder — don’t microwave an empty mug.

Two sizes: 11 oz (approx. 330 ml) and 15 oz (approx. 440 ml). The smaller cup is the familiar, everyday size; the larger one is for fuller pours and extra-creamy drinks.

Each mug’s mouth and height are proportioned so they’re easy to drink from and easy to clean. If you’re pairing with saucers or nesting in cabinets, expect the 15 oz to be slightly wider and taller than the 11 oz.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz 15 oz
Height (in) 3.86 4.72
Diameter (in) 3.35 3.35
Diameter with handle (in) 4.72 5.12

Note: dimensions are nominal — small production tolerances may apply. If you need precise fitment (e.g., for nested storage or custom packaging), please allow a small margin.