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About this design
Anhui Expwy S09 sign with name
Anhui Expwy S09 sign with name (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design is a flat vector reproduction of a Chinese provincial expressway route shield, drawn with the crisp clarity of real road signage.
Visual Elements & Composition
Green dominates the artwork, covering about three-fifths of the surface, with white and yellow providing the contrast that makes road signs readable at speed. A nested rounded-square border frames the sign, and inside it sits a centred white route designation, S09, set in bold, simple letterforms. Above and below the shield, the Chinese characters 皖高速 and 明合高速 name the region and the expressway, and a small dark grey accent anchors the palette. Nothing decorative competes with the typography. The layout is symmetrical and geometric, so the eye lands on the route number first.
Meaning & Symbolism
Each element does a job. The character 皖 is the traditional abbreviation for Anhui Province, so the top line places the road in its region, while the S prefix marks a provincial expressway within China's route numbering. The second line names the expressway itself, and the number S09 identifies this particular stretch among the network's routes. Together they turn a sign into a compact map of place and direction. The design comes from modern Chinese transport infrastructure, and it celebrates the quiet, functional language of the roads that carry people between towns.
Designed for the Hand, Read at Close Range
A mug is held and turned, so this sign rewards a slow rotation. As you lift the cup, the green shield comes square to your eye, and the white S09 reads clearly before you take the first sip. The C-shaped handle sits to one side, so the route number and the regional characters face you while the rest of the design wraps around the curve. It suits a morning ritual: a route marker that keeps you pointed in the right direction while you wait for the coffee to cool.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- China
- 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.