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About this design
China County Road X188
China County Road X188 (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design turns a single route marker into a bold piece of graphic signage: the designation X188 set inside a rounded rectangle, reading exactly as a county road sign would on the roadside.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the layout, covering most of the field, with black used for the enclosing rounded border, the letter X and the numerals 1, 8 and 8. The palette is stripped back to these two tones, so the marker reads instantly from a distance. Nothing sits outside the frame: the rounded rectangle holds the alphanumeric identifier at the centre, and the flat vector shapes keep every stroke crisp and even. The result is a clean, geometric composition where proportion and spacing do all the work.
Meaning & Symbolism
A county road designation is a navigational tool, a short code that tells a driver where they are and where the route leads. Here that function is kept intact and celebrated for its clarity. The design speaks to travel, regional geography and the quiet everyday logic of the roads that connect small communities, with the identifier X188 standing in for the whole network of places it links. It is a neutral, informational image, honest about what it is: a marker, presented plainly.
Designed for the Hand
A mug is turned slowly in the hands, so the sign never appears whole at once. Its rounded rectangle wraps the curve of the vessel, and the X188 identifier comes into view as you rotate it, a little like passing a marker at road speed. Pick it up on a cold morning and the route code becomes a small, daily point of navigation between your first sip and your last.
- 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.