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About this design
China County Road X337
China County Road X337 (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
A white route marker plate carrying the single designation X337 on a black field, drawn as a clean, flat piece of road signage.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the design, covering most of the surface, with black used for the lettering and a narrow rounded-rectangle border that frames the plate. The alphanumeric code X337 sits centred and sized to read at a glance, with nothing competing for attention: no illustration, no background scene, no decoration. The layout is strictly typographic and minimalist, so the eye lands on the route number first and stays there. The high contrast between the two tones is what gives the piece its crisp, utilitarian character.
Meaning & Symbolism
A road designation is a navigational tool, and this artwork distils that idea into its purest form: one code that tells a traveller exactly where they are on the network. X337 names a route within the regional road system of China, so the design celebrates the quiet infrastructure that moves people from one place to the next. The modern, signage-inspired styling reflects how route markers are read quickly from a moving vehicle, which is why the composition favours legibility over ornament.
Made for the Hand That Holds the Brew
A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the plate wraps around the cup and reveals itself gradually, the way a sign comes into view on a long drive. Each sip brings the route number back into the line of sight, making this a small, cheeky nod to every journey that begins with a hot drink. It makes a thoughtful gift for the road-trip enthusiast or the map-loving friend who never stops planning the next trip.
- 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.