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About this design
AUS Alphanumeric Route C364
AUS Alphanumeric Route C364 (Australia) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
A single route marker does all the talking here: the designation C364 set in bold amber characters on a dark green sign plate, the kind of plain, functional signage that quietly guides traffic across Australia.
Visual Elements & Composition
Dark green fills roughly four-fifths of the artwork, giving the design a deep, steady base. Amber takes up most of the remainder and carries the eye straight to the numerals, while a sliver of white adds crisp edges. The sign plate is a rounded rectangle set within a horizontal frame, and nothing competes with it. The composition is flat and vector-clean, with the text as its only feature, so the route number reads instantly from across the table.
Meaning & Symbolism
Alphanumeric route designations like C364 are the working vocabulary of road navigation. A letter and numerals identify a road within a larger network, so a driver can follow a number from one junction to the next without needing a map in hand. The design celebrates that quiet system of wayfinding, the everyday infrastructure that most people only notice when it is missing. It draws on Australian road signage conventions, and it presents them with no added embellishment, so the marker stands for exactly what it is: a route.
Made for the Coffee Table Companion
A mug is turned in the hand and read at close range, so the sign plate wraps naturally around the cup as you lift it. Each sip brings the amber numerals round to face you, like a roadside marker coming into view at the perfect moment. It suits the morning ritual of anyone who likes their navigation strictly by number, and it makes a thoughtful pick for a road-trip fan, a cartography nut, or a friend with a soft spot for Australian roads.
- 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.