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About this design
BR-713 jct
BR-713 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design reproduces a Brazilian federal highway shield, the route marker that tells drivers which road they are on, and it sets the number BR-713 and the word Jct in a stark black-and-white frame.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the layout, covering roughly three-quarters of the design, with black taking up the rest. The shield sits at the centre, its rounded bottom edge meeting a pointed notch, and a double-outlined border traces its full edge. Inside, the letters BR sit above the numerals 713, with the abbreviation Jct set alongside them. Flat vector shapes, no gradients, no ornament. Every element is there to be read at a glance.
Meaning & Symbolism
Brazil's federal highways carry the BR prefix, and the shield is the country's standard way of marking them on signs and maps. Jct stands for junction, the point where one route meets another. Put together, the design speaks to connection, transit and the way a place is located by its numbered roads. Its minimalism borrows the discipline of traffic signage, where a sign has to be understood in a single look from a moving vehicle.
On the Black Mug
A mug is turned in the hand, so the shield rotates past your eye with every sip, the BR and the numerals appearing and disappearing as you move. The black field of the design sits against the mug's own black body, so the shield reads as a sign posted on the object itself. It is a fitting piece for anyone who has ever followed a route number on a long drive, or who simply likes the look of a road sign done with care.
- 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.