Showing 11oz · 15 shared views
About this design
BR-738 jct
BR-738 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design reproduces a Brazilian federal highway shield, the route marker BR-738, rendered as a clean flat graphic that reads at a glance.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the artwork, taking up roughly three-quarters of the field, with black as the single accent colour. A shield outline with a rounded base and a pointed notch at the top sits centred in the frame, framed by a double-line border that follows its contour. Inside, the letters BR sit above the numerals 738, set in bold, blocky characters that stay legible even at a distance. There is no ornament or background clutter, so the eye goes straight to the code.
Meaning & Symbolism
BR-738 is a federal route designation in Brazil, and the shield is the country's standard way of marking a highway. The "jct" in the title indicates a junction, the point where this road meets another. Shield signs like this one are how drivers navigate long distances across the country, so the design carries a sense of travel, distance and the quiet order of national infrastructure. It is a modern, transport-focused piece, and its minimalism lets the route number speak for itself.
Made for the Morning Commute Mug
A mug is turned in the hand and read up close, so the shield sits wrapped around the cup where the route number can be followed from handle to rim as the coffee gets drunk. The black-and-white contrast suits a long slow sip on the road to somewhere else, making this a warm, slightly cheeky gift for the road-tripper or anyone with a soft spot for 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.