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About this design
Brasil estado 642 jct
Brasil estado 642 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design takes a single route marker from the Brazilian road network and sets it down as a clean, flat graphic, with the designation Brasil estado 642 jct carried in its numerals.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the artwork, with black doing the rest of the work. A pentagonal border with an inner outline frames the field, and the black numerals 642 sit centred within it. Nothing decorative competes with them. The layout is built on that single string of characters, so the eye lands on the number first and reads the shape around it second. The style is flat and modern, closer to a sign than a picture.
Meaning & Symbolism
The pentagon is the working shape of a road marker, a form drivers recognise at a glance and read without thinking. Here it turns a functional sign into a piece of graphic design. The number 642 is the route identifier itself, and the words "estado" and "jct" place it within Brazil's state-level road system, where a junction is a point where routes meet. The artwork is about the plain language of navigation: a designation, a shape, and the quiet authority of a sign doing its job.
On the Black Mug
A mug is turned in the hand, so the pentagon wraps around the curve of the body and the numerals come into view one section at a time as the cup moves. Held close and read over a morning drink, the marker becomes a small, deliberate detail. It suits the kind of gift that gets a second look, and it suits anyone who notices signs on the road and enjoys finding the same care in a simple typeface.
- 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.