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About this design
AUS Alphanumeric Route C175
AUS Alphanumeric Route C175 (Australia) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
A single route marker sits centred on a dark green field, with the code C175 set in bold white and framed by an amber yellow edge.
Visual Elements & Composition
Dark green dominates the design, filling most of the surface and giving the artwork the weight of a real roadside sign. Amber yellow appears as a restrained accent, and white carries the lettering, so the palette reads as clean and deliberate. The rounded rectangle is the only shape, which keeps the layout simple: one marker, one code, nothing competing for attention. The C175 designation is the entire message, set large enough to read at a glance.
Meaning & Symbolism
Alphanumeric route codes are the working grammar of modern road networks. A letter and a number tell a driver which road they are on, how it connects to others, and where the next junction lies. This artwork takes that utilitarian language and gives it the full stage, celebrating the wayfinding system that carries travellers across Australia. It is a modern design rooted in transport infrastructure, and it speaks most clearly to anyone who has ever followed a route number across a map or a long highway.
Made for the Mug in Your Hands
A mug is turned in the hand as it is sipped, so the marker rotates slowly with every pause over the morning coffee. The rounded rectangle wraps naturally around the curve of the cup, and the C175 code stays legible from the handle side as well as the front. Set beside a road atlas or a dashboard, it becomes a small reminder of the next trip.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Australia
- 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.