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About this design
BR-070
BR-070 (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
BR-070 is a stripped-back road sign: a white highway route shield carrying the designation "BR" over "070" against a solid black field, the kind of marker that tells a driver which federal road they are on.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the design, covering most of the surface and framing the sign on a dark ground. The shield is a vertical rectangle with a curved point at the base, and the outline is drawn in clean, flat vector lines with no shading or texture. The letters "BR" sit above a larger "070", both set in a plain, blocky sans serif. A thin grey accent appears only in small amounts, so the composition reads as pure contrast: black, white, and nothing else.
Meaning & Symbolism
Brazilian federal highways are identified by the "BR" prefix followed by a three-digit route number, and this shield reproduces that system exactly. Route markers like this are the quiet language of long-distance travel, telling you where you are without a word of explanation. The minimalist, modern treatment turns a practical piece of roadside signage into a graphic emblem of Brazil's road network, a reminder that a country's geography can be read in a few numerals.
Made for Slow Mornings
A road sign is designed to be read in a glance from a moving car, and that suits a mug perfectly, because the shield wraps around the body in a single continuous band. Each time the cup is lifted and turned, the "BR" and "070" pass in front of you in sequence, like mile markers on a long drive. It is a cheeky way to make your coffee feel like a road trip, one sip at a time.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Brazil
- 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.