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BR-170 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

BR-170 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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BR-170 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

This design takes the form of a Brazilian federal highway shield, the route marker that tells drivers which road they are on, and sets it on a mug that shifts with the warmth of your drink.

Visual Elements & Composition

Black and white do all the work here, with white covering roughly four-fifths of the artwork and black the rest. A flat vector shield sits at the centre, its rounded bottom cut with a notched point, and a rectangular frame border runs around it like the edge of a sign. The letters BR sit above the numerals 170, bold and easy to read at a glance. Nothing competes with them: no gradients, no background scenery, just clean shapes and high contrast.

Meaning & Symbolism

The BR-170 is a recognised route in Brazil's national highway network, and this artwork singles out its junction, the point where traffic branches and connects regions. That idea of connection runs through the whole piece. A route marker is a small promise that the road goes somewhere, and the shield form reads as a symbol of transit, logistics and the everyday movement that keeps a country linked together.

Designed for the Hand and the Morning Cup

A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the shield is seen in pieces as the cup rotates, the notched point passing first, then the numerals, then the frame. The heat-reactive surface adds a second layer: the design sits faintly when the mug is cold and comes up sharply once a hot drink goes in, so the route marker appears as the morning coffee arrives. It makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who has spent time on Brazilian roads or simply loves a good piece of road signage.

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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.