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About this design
BR-242 jct
BR-242 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This mug carries a bold road shield, the BR-242 highway marker from Brazil's federal network, rendered in flat black and white.
Visual Elements & Composition
The design is built on a clean two-tone palette: white dominates at roughly four-fifths of the surface, with black taking the remaining fifth as the field the shield sits against. The shield itself is the only figure, a rounded-bottom form with a notched point, giving it the familiar silhouette of a highway route marker. Inside it, the letters BR sit above the numerals 242, set plainly and without ornament. Nothing competes with the identifier, so the eye lands on the code first and the shape second.
Meaning & Symbolism
In Brazil, the BR prefix marks a federal highway, and the three-digit number places this route within the national network that links cities, farmland and ports across a very large country. The shield is a piece of everyday signage, designed to be read at speed from a moving car, and this artwork keeps that job intact: it is a clear reference point, a small tribute to the logistics that keep the country connected. The modern, flat style reflects the contemporary graphic language used on road signs today.
On the Black Coffee Mug
A mug is turned in the hand and read from a few inches away, one quarter-turn at a time. That suits a shield design well: each turn brings the BR and the 242 back into view, so the marker appears as a sign you pass again and again, much like a route you keep returning to. Set against the black body, the white shield reads as a crisp mark on the morning's first cup, a warm nod for anyone who has driven the road or simply loves the look of good signage.
- 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.