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British National (Overseas) Passport - Black Coffee Mug

British National (Overseas) Passport - Black Coffee Mug

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British National (Overseas) Passport - Black Mug Design

This design is a flat vector rendering of the British National (Overseas) passport, the cover of a travel document built around the coat of arms of the United Kingdom.

Visual Elements & Composition

Deep burgundy covers most of the design, with pale gold picked out for the heraldry and lettering. The passport sits as a upright rectangle, and the coat of arms dominates its centre: a lion rampant and a unicorn rampant flank a quartered shield, topped by a royal crown and ringed by the Garter. Small details carry the rest of the story: the biometric passport symbol, and the words UNITED KINGDOM OF GREAT BRITAIN AND NORTHERN IRELAND, DIEU ET MON DROIT and PASSPORT. The layout is formal and symmetrical, with nothing decorative that isn't heraldic.

Meaning & Symbolism

The coat of arms is the emblem of the state's sovereign authority, so the passport reads as a document issued by the British state rather than by an individual. The motto Dieu et mon droit, "God and my right", has been part of the royal arms since the reign of Richard I. The biometric symbol marks the modern, digitally secure version of a document whose job is to identify its holder, enable international travel and secure consular assistance abroad. British National (Overseas) status is one of several categories of British nationality, each defining different rights under UK law, and this passport is the physical proof of that status.

On the Black Mug

A mug is turned in the hand, so the eye moves across the design in a slow arc, one side of the coat of arms at a time, the crown and shield coming into view as the cup rotates. It is the ideal canvas for a passport, a document people carry close to them, and it suits a morning brew for anyone whose own papers have taken them further than they expected. Pour a coffee, turn the mug, and you get the whole crest.

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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.

  1. Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
  2. Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
  3. 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.