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About this design
China County Road X032
China County Road X032 (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
A stark, centred road marker plate, the designation X032 set in bold black on white, turns a piece of transport signage into a quietly striking piece of graphic design.
Visual Elements & Composition
The layout is built on a single rounded rectangle with a thick black border, and the plate fills most of the field. Black and white are the only colours used, roughly one part black to nearly nine parts white, so the eye lands straight on the route marker. The black alphanumeric reading X032 sits at the centre and dominates everything around it. Nothing decorative competes with it: no borders beyond the plate, no backgrounds, no secondary text. The flat vector treatment keeps every edge crisp, which suits a design that depends on clarity above all.
Meaning & Symbolism
A route marker is a small piece of civic information, and this design isolates that information completely. The plate and its identifier stand for the way regional road networks are organised, with each route given its own code so drivers and planners can locate it on a map. The artwork draws on the look of official transit signage found within the Chinese road network, carrying cartography and public works into a modern, minimal form. It is a reminder that the most functional objects around us often have the cleanest design.
On the Black Coffee Mug
A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the plate passes across your view one quarter-turn at a time, and the centred X032 returns to the same place each time you lift it for another sip. The composition stays legible from every angle, which makes the road marker a natural companion for a morning coffee or a late-night tea. For the traveller, the cartographer or anyone who has ever followed a route number to the right place, this mug offers a little wit on a very practical object.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- China
- Printed
- When you order it
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.
- Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
- Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
- 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.