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Central America and the West Indies (1934) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

Central America and the West Indies (1934) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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Central America and the West Indies (1934) - Black Mug Design

This design is a 1934 map of Central America and the West Indies, drawn as a record of how the region was understood and named in the mid-20th century.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map is a plain cartographic layout with no decoration around it. Coastlines, island chains and national borders are the main shapes, and the regional names are set across them in the lettering of the period. Nothing competes with the geography. The print sits on the black background of the mug, so the land and water lines read as fine pale marks against the dark field, with the Caribbean islands scattered across the lower half like punctuation.

Meaning & Symbolism

A map from 1934 is a document of its moment. Its borders, place names and spatial relationships show the political and geographical thinking of the years between the world wars, and historians, educators and collectors read such maps as primary sources. The design focuses entirely on topography and regional designations, so its meaning comes from what it records: a region whose boundaries and nomenclature were different from today's, preserved as it was drawn.

Turned in the Hand

A mug is a map you read at close range. As you lift it and turn it, the curved wall carries the Caribbean around the cup, and the islands come into view one arc at a time. The black ground makes the coastlines stand out in the same way a chart does at a desk, so the coffee or tea becomes a quiet reason to study the region slowly. For a history lover or a teacher, it is a small, useful piece of the 1930s to keep close.

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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.