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About this design
BR-868 jct
BR-868 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design takes a single road marker, the BR-868 JCT shield, and presents it as a clean, flat graphic with nothing added to it.
Visual Elements & Composition
The shield dominates the composition. Its rounded top gives way to a central downward point at the base, and a black double outline frames the white field inside. Black makes up a small share of the artwork, while white covers most of it, so the sign reads as crisp and high-contrast. The letters BR and 868 sit centred within the shield in bold, informative type, with the JCT junction designation carried through the title. Nothing else competes for attention: no backgrounds, no shading, no decoration.
Meaning & Symbolism
In Brazil, a BR prefix marks a federal highway, and the number identifies the route within the national network. The junction marker points to a place where roads meet, which makes the sign a small piece of navigation, the kind of thing a driver glances at without thinking. The shield form is the standard language of road signage, and the design honours that system by reproducing it faithfully and leaving the designation to speak for itself. It is a modern, transport-focused image, rooted in the everyday infrastructure of Brazil's highways.
On the Coffee Mug
A mug is turned in the hand, so the shield rarely appears all at once. It comes into view as you lift the cup, then faces you squarely as you settle in for the first sip. Because the artwork is so simple, the design holds its shape from every angle, and the bold black outline stays legible on the way round. For anyone who has ever followed a route number across Brazil, this is a quiet way to keep that journey on the kitchen counter.
- 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.