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Canadian Special Passport - Black Coffee Mug

Canadian Special Passport - Black Coffee Mug

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Canadian Special Passport - Black Mug Design

This design sets the coat of arms of Canada on a forest green field, rendered as a formal, flat vector line drawing that reads like a page from an official document.

Visual Elements & Composition

Forest green covers roughly 85 percent of the artwork, with golden yellow taking the rest through the linework and emblem details. The composition is held inside a plain rectangle, so the eye goes straight to the centre. The coat of arms sits at the heart of it, with a lion rampant and a unicorn flanking the shield, and St. Edward's Crown resting above. A maple leaf outline anchors the scene. Beneath the emblem, the motto A MARI USQUE AD MARE runs as the only text, and it carries the whole message on its own.

Meaning & Symbolism

The motto translates as "from sea to sea," a phrase drawn from Psalm 72 and adopted to describe Canada's span from the Atlantic to the Pacific. The lion and unicorn are the supporters of the arms, a heraldic convention that goes back centuries, while the crown marks sovereignty and the maple leaf marks the nation itself. Put together, these figures make a compact statement about national identity, and the modern flat treatment keeps that old heraldry sharp and uncluttered.

Built for the Hand

A mug is turned in the hand as you drink, so the emblem reveals itself in pieces. The handle breaks the front, the crown and motto come into view as the mug rotates, and the green field wraps around the cup like a band of ceremony. It suits a morning ritual or a gift for someone who keeps their travel stamps, their documents and their Canadian roots close at hand, and it makes the first coffee of the day feel slightly official.

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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.