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About this design
China County Road X213
China County Road X213 (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
A bold, minimalist route marker: the designation X213 set in plain black lettering inside a rounded rectangle, a straight-to-the-point piece of roadside signage.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the design, covering most of the field, with black taking up the smaller share. The numerals and letters of X213 sit at the centre in a clean, serif-less face, reading instantly from across a table. A heavy rounded-rectangle border frames the whole composition, so the sign feels self-contained, like a marker cut out and lifted from the road. Flat vector shapes keep every edge crisp, and nothing competes with the designation for attention.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route signs exist to be read at speed, so their power lies in clarity. This design takes that function and makes it the whole subject: the X213 designation becomes a regional identity, a small piece of the transport network that locals navigate every day. The theme sits squarely in travel, geography and regional infrastructure, the quiet systems that connect one place to the next. Its modern, informational mood celebrates the everyday sign that most people pass without a second look.
Cup-Side Reading
A road sign is built to be seen from a distance, but a mug invites you to hold it close. Turned in the hand, the rounded frame follows the curve of the cup, so the X213 marker wraps around the vessel and returns to the front each time you lift it. It is a quietly witty pairing: the roadway you would glance at through a windscreen becomes the first thing you see over your morning coffee, tea or hot chocolate.
- 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.