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About this design
BR-076 jct
BR-076 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design lifts a junction sign from the Brazilian road network, a flat vector shield carrying the route marker BR-076 above the word jct, the traveller's cue that another road meets the one you are on.
Visual Elements & Composition
White fills most of the design, with black taking up the remaining sliver as crisp linework. The centrepiece is a shield-shaped route marker with a double-outline border and a rounded bottom that dips to a central notch, the familiar silhouette of a federal highway badge. The letters BR and the numerals 076 sit within it, set plainly and without ornament. Nothing competes with the sign. The composition is minimal and utilitarian, built the way real roadside signage is built: one clear message, read at a glance.
Meaning & Symbolism
Read literally, the sign announces a junction with Federal Highway BR-76. The number 076 is the interesting part. It does not appear in official Brazilian listings, which makes the marker a cartographic puzzle rather than a waypoint. It may record an older numbering scheme, a route planned but never completed, or a local designation that never reached the national map. That open question is the heart of the artwork. It turns a humble warning sign into a small mystery for anyone who loves obscure typography, travel ephemera and the odd corners of geography.
Turned in the Hand
A mug is a sign you read one sip at a time. As you rotate it, the shield slides into view and the notch at its base catches the eye, so the design unfolds the way a road does when you drive it. Set it on a desk or hand it across a kitchen table, and it becomes a conversation starter for the road-tripper, the map-lover or the friend who always knows a shortcut.
- 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.