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BR-016 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

BR-016 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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BR-016 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

This design takes a single route marker from Brazil's federal highway network and presents it as a clean, self-contained emblem of the road.

Visual Elements & Composition

The artwork is a flat vector shield, centred and filling the frame. Its rounded bottom comes to a downward central point, and a double-outlined border runs around the edge. Black covers roughly a fifth of the surface and white the rest, so the shield reads with the crisp contrast of painted signage. The lettering BR and 016 sits within the shield, with nothing else competing for attention. The layout is symmetrical and restrained, with no ornament beyond the outline.

Meaning & Symbolism

In Brazil, the BR prefix identifies a federal highway, and 016 is that road's number within the national system. The jct marker signals a junction, the point where one route meets another. Together the designation describes how the country's roads are named, numbered and connected, which makes the shield a quiet tribute to the infrastructure that links Brazilian towns and regions. The utilitarian look borrows from the conventions of official transport graphics, where clarity matters more than decoration.

Designed for the Hand and the Morning Cup

A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the shield is seen one side at a time, the way a driver reads a sign from the window. The design also has a second reveal: once a hot drink is poured in, the artwork surfaces from the glaze, so the route marker appears gradually as the cup warms. Each morning the shield comes into view as the coffee arrives, a small moment of navigation before the day starts.

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Color-changing ceramic mugs with a glossy finish, black exterior, and white interior. Available in one size: 11 oz (≈330 ml). Heat-reactive coating reveals your custom design when filled with hot liquid. BPA- and lead-free, with a comfortable C-handle.

This mug brings a playful twist to the daily coffee or tea ritual. At room temperature, it looks like a simple black mug with a glossy finish. But add a hot beverage, and your chosen design fades into view, showing vivid colors against the white interior.

The ceramic body is durable enough for repeated use, while the C-shaped handle balances comfort and grip. Printing uses sublimation techniques that fuse color into the heat-reactive surface for crisp results when the design appears.

  • Material: ceramic with glossy black exterior and white interior.
  • Size: one standard size, 11 oz (≈330 ml).
  • Finish: glossy glaze with heat-sensitive surface.
  • Printing: sublimation process produces crisp, vibrant colors.
  • Safety: BPA-free and lead-free, suitable for everyday drinks.
  • Effect: design is faintly visible when cold, fully revealed when hot.

Perfect as a novelty gift or a fun personal mug, the heat-reactive design makes coffee breaks more engaging. It works well for morning coffee, afternoon tea, or hot chocolate.

  1. Daily routine: fill with any hot beverage to reveal your chosen artwork.
  2. Gifting: the “magic” reveal makes it a memorable present for birthdays, holidays, or office exchanges.
  3. Office use: sparks conversation while still being practical for everyday drinks.

Note: for best results, avoid designs that rely heavily on deep black backgrounds, as they may blend with the mug’s surface when cold.

Unlike standard mugs, color-changing mugs require gentler care to preserve the heat-reactive coating. Hand-wash only — avoid the dishwasher and abrasive scrubbers, which can damage the finish and reduce the effect.

The mug is safe for short microwave use when heating liquids, but repeated high-heat cycles may shorten the lifespan of the coating. Always allow the mug to cool before washing.

Available in one classic size: 11 oz (approximately 330 ml). It’s large enough for most standard coffee makers and fits comfortably in most cabinets.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz
Height (in) 3.78
Diameter (in) 3.23
Diameter w/ handle (in) 4.76

Note: measurements are approximate; slight variations may occur due to manufacturing tolerances.