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About this design
BR-888 jct
BR-888 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This is a stark, graphic road marker: the shield of Brazilian federal highway BR-888, set down in black and white with nothing else competing for attention.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the design, covering roughly three-quarters of the field, with black taking the rest as the shield's bold outline and lettering. The shield sits centred and upright, its silhouette flanked by a vertical rectangle with a notched point at the bottom, the classic profile of a route sign. The letters BR and 888 are the only text, set in clean, evenly weighted type that reads at a glance. There are no gradients, no shading and no decorative border, so the sign's flat vector geometry carries the whole composition.
Meaning & Symbolism
BR-888 is a junction designation on Brazil's federal highway network, and the shield is the signage that drivers follow to stay on course. The “jct” in the title marks the point where routes meet, which gives the artwork its theme of navigation, direction and geographic identification. Reduced to shape and numerals, the sign becomes a quiet tribute to Brazilian roadways and to the travel culture that grows along them.
Designed for the Hand and the Morning Ritual
A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the sign rotates past the eye with every sip, and the shield's upright form and the handle's position give it a natural front. Read at that close, unhurried distance, the numerals stay sharp and the black-and-white contrast holds. It is a road sign that waits on your desk rather than one that passes you at speed, which suits a design built on clear, direct lettering.
- 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.