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BR-284 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

BR-284 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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BR-284 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

This design reproduces the junction marker of the BR-284, a federal highway in Brazil, rendered as a single bold road shield.

Visual Elements & Composition

The artwork is flat and graphic, built almost entirely from black and white, with white covering roughly three-quarters of the field and black taking the rest. A rounded-bottom shield sits at the centre, edged by a double outline that frames the marker like a stamped emblem. The letters BR sit above the route number 284, and the two-line stack gives the composition its clear hierarchy. Nothing competes with the numerals: no background scenery, no decoration, just the shield and its designation.

Meaning & Symbolism

In Brazil, the BR prefix identifies a federal highway, and the number that follows locates the route within the national network. The shield shape is the familiar language of road signage, telling a driver at a glance that they are on a numbered route. Reduced to outline and numeral, the marker becomes a compact statement about navigation, the quiet system of signs that carries travellers from one place to the next.

Designed for the Mug in Hand

A mug is turned in the hand and read from every angle as the coffee goes down, so the shield keeps reappearing as you rotate it. The simple black-and-white contrast holds its shape at close range, and the emblem reveals itself when the mug warms, bringing the BR-284 marker into view as the drink arrives.

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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.