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About this design
Brasil estado 740 jct
Brasil estado 740 jct (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design takes the form of a pentagon road marker, carrying the number 740 in a flat, no-nonsense graphic that reads at a glance, like a sign seen from the window of a passing car.
Visual Elements & Composition
Black and white do all the work here. The pentagonal badge sits centred in the field, with the numeral 740 set large and direct, and nothing else competing for attention. Black covers a small share of the artwork and white the rest, so the badge reads as a crisp, high-contrast shape. There are no gradients, no shadows and no decorative flourishes. The layout is symmetrical and structured, and the flat vector style keeps every edge clean.
Meaning & Symbolism
The design borrows the visual language of road signage. In Brazil, numbered state highways are identified by badges like this one, so the number tells a driver which route they are on and where its junctions lie. The wording in the title, “estado” and “jct”, points to that same system: a state road and a junction. The artwork celebrates the plain, functional beauty of wayfinding, the kind of sign most people pass without a second look until it leads them somewhere they needed to go.
Made for the Hand, Turned Slowly
A mug is held and turned, so the badge is meant to be found in pieces: the pentagon edge first, then the 740 as the cup rotates toward you. The design resolves into a single sign only once the mug is in your hands, which suits a route marker well, since drivers also read signs in sequence. Whether you are a road-trip enthusiast, a Brazil fan or simply someone who likes clean graphics, this is a quiet, gifty nod to the journey that begins with a good cup of something hot.
- 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.