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About this design
AH6-RUS
AH6-RUS (Russia) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design reproduces a route marker: a navy road sign carrying the designation AH6, set within a rounded rectangle with a white border, and a quiet nod to Russia through its route code.
Visual Elements & Composition
Navy blue fills most of the surface, with white forming the border and lettering, and a small share of black giving the edges depth. The sign is flat vector work with no gradients or pictures to distract from it. The letters A, H and 6 sit centred and evenly spaced, so the numeral is the clear focal point. Nothing else competes with it, which makes the sign read instantly, the way real signage is meant to.
Meaning & Symbolism
The AH prefix belongs to the Asian Highway network, a system of numbered international routes coordinated across the continent, and AH6 is one of its designated corridors. The RUS suffix places this marker on the Russian section of that route. The design therefore stands for connection rather than monument: a traveller's reassurance that the road continues, and a piece of modern infrastructure reduced to its most essential information.
Turning the Sign in Hand
A mug is a sign you read while it moves. As you lift and turn it, the rounded rectangle wraps around the curve and the white border keeps the route number legible from every angle. It makes a fitting companion for early mornings and long drives, a warm cup for anyone whose plans involve a map and a head start. Give it to a friend who never stops moving and they will know exactly which road you mean.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Russia
- 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.