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Canada - British Columbia, Alberta & Yukon 2 (1978) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

Canada - British Columbia, Alberta & Yukon 2 (1978) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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Canada - British Columbia, Alberta & Yukon 2 (1978) - Black Mug Design

This design is a vintage map of western and northern Canada, centred on the provinces of British Columbia and Alberta and the Yukon territory, and dated 1978.

Layout & Lettering

The composition is built around the named regions, so the place names do the work of the picture. British Columbia, Alberta and the Yukon are set as the focal points, with Canada as the wider frame. The date, 1978, sits within the design as a numeral that fixes the map to its moment. Read together, the names and the date give the piece its structure: a regional chart that announces its territory before any detail is taken in.

Where the Map Comes From

Maps like this one were drawn to show a country as it was understood at a particular time. The 1970s version of the western provinces and the Yukon reflects that decade's boundaries, its way of naming regions and its sense of how far Canada stretched from the Pacific to the northern frontier. For anyone who has travelled those routes, or simply grown up looking at Canadian atlases, the piece records a specific view of the country.

Made for the Hand

A mug is turned in the hand, so the map does not sit still. It rotates with each sip, one region sliding into view as the next drifts away. The curve of the mug keeps the regions in sequence, and the design reads as a route rather than a flat sheet. Pour a coffee and the journey starts again, which suits a map of this kind.

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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.