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About this design
China County Road X674
China County Road X674 (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
A rounded road marker bearing the route number X674 sits alone in the centre of this mug, rendered as a flat, no-nonsense piece of wayfinding.
Visual Elements & Composition
The design is built from two colours only: solid black and crisp white. The white rounded-rectangle border frames a black field, and the figure X674 is set large and square in the middle, so the numerals and letter do all the work. Nothing competes for attention. There are no decorative flourishes, no gradients and no background scenery, just a single sign shape with its identifier stated plainly. The result reads quickly, the way a road sign should when you are passing at speed.
Meaning & Symbolism
A route designation is a small piece of civic language. Codes like X674 tell drivers and map-makers exactly where they are, and the name China places this particular road within a regional network of local navigation. The design celebrates that quiet system of labelling, the infrastructure that turns open land into named places. It belongs to the modern, utilitarian tradition of signage, where clarity matters more than ornament.
Made for the Morning Mug Ritual
A mug is held close and turned slowly in the hands, so the sign is seen in pieces: the white border as the cup is lifted, the bold X674 as it tilts toward you over the first sip. Wrapped around a rounded body, the marker keeps its sharp, straight lines, which makes a neat contrast with the soft curve of the ceramic. It is a gentle joke for anyone who has ever followed a rural route number home, and a cheerful reminder of where your own roads lead.
- 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.