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About this design
Anhui Expwy S65 sign no name
Anhui Expwy S65 sign no name (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design reproduces the S65 Expressway route sign from Anhui, China, drawn as a flat, minimalist road marker that reads at a glance.
Visual Elements & Composition
Green fills most of the design, taking up roughly two-thirds of the surface and setting the mood. A rounded rectangle divides horizontally into two bands, with a yellow header band across the top and the green field beneath it. White appears as the lettering and border detail, and a small amount of dark grey adds weight to the edges. The layout is strictly ordered: one main panel, one clear hierarchy, nothing decorative added. The lettering includes the characters 皖高速 across the header and the route number S65 below, so the sign's information is delivered directly and in the order a driver would take it in.
Meaning & Symbolism
Expressway route markers are built to be understood quickly by people moving at speed, and this design keeps that purpose intact. The characters 皖高速 identify the road as an expressway in Anhui, where 皖 is the province's abbreviated character, while S65 gives the route its number within the national network. Together they stand for navigation, travel and the organised systems that connect towns and provinces. The modern, flat treatment places the sign firmly in the visual language of contemporary transport infrastructure rather than any historic style.
On the Black Mug
A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the sign appears in pieces as the handle moves: first the yellow header, then the S65 route number, then the full green shield. The black ground behind the artwork makes the green and yellow stand out clearly, the way a sign does against the road at night. It is a fitting design for anyone whose mornings start with a long drive ahead, and a good companion for a coffee taken before the journey begins.
- 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.