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About this design
AH26 ROK
AH26 ROK (South Korea) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design takes the form of a route marker sign, with the code AH26 and the abbreviation ROK set in bold type for the Republic of Korea.
Visual Elements & Composition
The artwork is flat and graphic, built from just two colours: solid black and white. Bold sans-serif lettering reads AH26 across the centre, held inside a rectangular black border that frames the whole sign. Black takes up a fifth of the composition and white the rest, so the characters stand out crisply and stay legible from a distance. Nothing decorative competes with the lettering, which gives the piece its clean, typographic character.
Meaning & Symbolism
The design rests on the rules of road signage. A route marker tells you where you are and where a road leads, and this sign borrows that language to name South Korea through its formal designation, ROK. The AH26 code adds a second layer, reading as a specific reference within a larger system of numbered routes. The result is a respectful tribute to the nation, expressed through the plain, iconic shorthand used on signs everywhere.
Turning the Sign in Your Hands
A mug is a sign you read in motion. As you lift it and turn it toward you, the rectangular frame and the bold characters pass across your line of sight, the way a driver catches a marker at speed. The C-shaped handle keeps the sign facing outward while you hold it, so the lettering stays upright for the person across the table. It is a small, everyday place to carry a national road marker.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- South Korea
- Printed
- When you order it
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.
- Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
- Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
- 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.