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Angolan Passport - Black Coffee Mug

Angolan Passport - Black Coffee Mug

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Angolan Passport - Black Mug Design

This design reproduces the cover of an Angolan passport, rendered as a clean, flat vector emblem that reads instantly as official travel documentation.

Visual Elements & Composition

Black dominates the artwork, covering roughly four-fifths of the field, with pale yellow picking out the emblem and lettering. The layout is a single upright rectangle, so the eye lands straight on the centre. The words REPÚBLICA DE ANGOLA and PASSAPORTE frame the composition in plain, officialdom-style type. Nothing is decorative beyond what a passport cover would carry, and that restraint is what gives the piece its authority.

Meaning & Symbolism

At the heart of the design sits the coat of arms of Angola. A five-pointed star crowns the emblem, and sun rays fan out behind it. The machete and gear speak to labour and industry, while the maize stalk and coffee branch name the agriculture that has long defined the country's economy. The open book stands for learning and education. Together these figures make a national statement in a compact, modern idiom, and the flat vector style places it firmly in the present day.

Made for the Hand

A mug is a object you turn in your hands, so the artwork unfolds as you rotate it. The emblem comes into view a little at a time, with the star and rays rising first and the agricultural symbols following as the mug turns. It is a quiet, cheeky way to carry a passport cover into your morning routine, and a sensible conversation starter for anyone who has ever queued at a border with a coffee in hand.

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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.