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Central America - The Caribbean (1947) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

Central America - The Caribbean (1947) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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Central America - The Caribbean (1947) - Black Mug Design

This is a map of Central America and the Caribbean, drawn as it stood in 1947, with the isthmus, the islands, and the surrounding seas set out in a single continuous view.

Visual Elements & Composition

The land and water are the whole picture. Coastlines, islands, and the narrow bridge of land linking the two continents carry the composition, with nothing decorative added to break them up. The Caribbean fills the open sea around the islands, and the eye moves from the continental mass down toward the isthmus. The design uses no modern graphic devices, so the printed geography reads as a straightforward historical document.

Meaning & Symbolism

A map from 1947 records how the region was understood in the middle of the twentieth century, before the boundary and political changes of later decades. The named territories, the islands, and the waters between them point to the connection between North and South America, a route that has shaped trade, travel, and settlement for centuries. Its date is part of its meaning: the design is a snapshot of mid-century cartography and the classroom and atlas traditions that produced it.

Turning the Mug in Hand

A mug is never seen all at once. You turn it as you lift it, and the map moves across the curve of the body, so the Caribbean slides into view as the isthmus rolls away. Each sip brings the geography round again, which suits a design built on connection between places. For the coffee, tea, or hot chocolate lover who likes a little history with their morning, this is a map that gets read a piece at a time, and a gift with a bit of a wink for anyone who has ever been caught staring at an atlas.

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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.