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  • A. J. Blue, Cavalry Soldier in Union Shell Jacket and Bummer Cap With Three Remington Revolvers in His Belt, Holding a Sword (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • A. J. Blue, Cavalry Soldier in Union Shell Jacket and Bummer Cap With Three Remington Revolvers in His Belt, Holding a Sword (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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A. J. Blue, Cavalry Soldier in Union Shell Jacket and Bummer Cap With Three Remington Revolvers in His Belt, Holding a Sword (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

A. J. Blue, Cavalry Soldier in Union Shell Jacket and Bummer Cap With Three Remington Revolvers in His Belt, Holding a Sword (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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A. J. Blue, Cavalry Soldier in Union Shell Jacket and Bummer Cap With Three Remington Revolvers in His Belt, Holding a Sword - Color Morphing Mug, 11oz Design

This design shows A. J. Blue as a Union cavalry soldier, armed and ready, standing in the uniform of a Civil War horseman.

Visual Elements & Composition

The figure is the whole composition. He wears a shell jacket, the short-waisted Union issue that cavalrymen favoured in the field, and a bummer cap on his head. Three Remington revolvers sit tucked into his belt, so the weapons stack across his midsection and draw the eye there first. His sword is held in hand, giving the figure a diagonal line that carries the eye from belt to blade. Nothing competes with him; the layout is a single, centred portrait.

Meaning & Symbolism

Each detail anchors the soldier in the American Civil War era. The shell jacket and bummer cap identify him as a Union man, and the three Remingtons reflect how heavily armed mounted troops were during that conflict. Remington revolvers were a common sidearm for Union cavalry, so the belt is less a costume flourish than a record of the period. The sword marks the older tradition of the cavalry arm, even as firearms took over the fighting. The name attached to the figure comes from the archival record, so the artwork works as a historical portrait of one soldier persona from the nineteenth century.

Built for the Hand, Read in Motion

A mug is turned in the hand, and this design rewards that turning. The soldier is hidden in plain sight until the cup warms: the image is only faintly visible when cold, and as a hot drink is poured in, the figure comes up through the surface. Pouring is the moment the portrait appears, so the reveal happens in the same ritual as the morning coffee. Give it to a history lover who likes a slow reveal, and let them discover the cavalryman one cup at a time.

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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.