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Canada - Ontario, Great Cities (1978) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

Canada - Ontario, Great Cities (1978) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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Canada - Ontario, Great Cities (1978) - Black Mug Design

This design is a map of Ontario that puts the province's great urban centres at the heart of the picture.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map is the subject, laid out as a clear geographic field with the province's cities set across it. The cities are the points of emphasis, so the eye moves from one urban centre to the next rather than settling on decoration. Place names carry the image, giving it the straightforward clarity of a reference map.

Meaning & Symbolism

Taken together, the cities stand for the civic life of Ontario in 1978, when its towns and cities were where the province's economy, culture and daily routines took shape. The date is the anchor. The design records one particular moment rather than a timeless view of the land, which is why it reads as nostalgic. It belongs to a wider tradition of Canadian geography and travel imagery, where a province is shown as a network of places people live, work and return to.

Turning the Map in Your Hands

A mug is turned in the hand, so this map is never seen all at once. Each turn brings another stretch of province around the curve of the cup, and the cities arrive one at a time, much like they do on a long road trip. Because the design is held close, its details are read at arm's length over a morning coffee. Ontario history buffs and fans of vintage Canadian memorabilia will find it a cheeky way to keep the province within reach of the kettle. It also makes a good gift for the friend who still has strong opinions about road atlases.

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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.