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BR-162 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

BR-162 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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BR-162 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

This design reproduces the ENTR. BR-162 junction sign, a familiar piece of Brazilian roadside wayfinding that announces a crossing with the federal highway ahead.

Visual Elements & Composition

The sign is built on a flat green field framed by a white border, the standard colour scheme of Brazilian directional signage. White lettering dominates the layout, with the abbreviation ENTR. set above the route identifier BR-162. Those two lines carry the whole composition, so the eye reads the message in a single glance, the way a driver would at speed.

Meaning & Symbolism

"ENTR." is short for entroncamento, the Portuguese word for a junction or connection. The "BR" prefix marks the road as part of the Brazilian Federal Highway System, maintained by the federal government, and "162" is the number of the route itself. Together they warn that a connection with BR-162 lies ahead. The BR-162 links Goiás and Mato Grosso do Sul, carrying traffic between regional towns such as Piranhas and the hub of Campo Grande across the central Brazilian interior.

Reading the Sign on Your Mug

A mug is turned in the hand, so the sign appears as you rotate it, one line at a time. Pour in something hot and the design surfaces, much like the sign itself rising out of the road as you approach a junction. It is a small, practical image with a proper journey behind it, and a good conversation starter for anyone who has ever followed a Brazilian highway.

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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.