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About this design
China County Road X775
China County Road X775 (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design reproduces a single route marker, the alphanumeric designation X775 for China County Road X775, set on a plain field as if it stood at the edge of the road.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the design, covering most of the field, with black used sparingly for the outline and the lettering. A white rounded rectangle sits at the centre, edged by a thinner black rounded-rectangle border, and the characters X775 run across it in bold black. The style is flat vector with no shading or texture, so the marker reads instantly, with nothing competing with the numerals. The layout is symmetrical and direct, giving the plate the calm, legible quality of a real sign.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route markers exist to tell a driver where they are. This artwork takes that job seriously, treating a county road designation as something worth looking at closely: a small identity for a stretch of tarmac that carries people from one place to the next. The modern, minimal treatment reflects contemporary wayfinding, where clarity matters more than ornament. The design's subject is travel and regional geography, with the focus kept on the designation itself rather than on any landscape around it.
Cupped in Your Hands
A mug is turned in the hand, so the marker comes into view one side at a time, the way a sign appears as you round a bend. The rounded plate suits the curve of the vessel, and the bold numerals stay readable from the handle side and across the table. It makes a good conversation starter for anyone who has ever navigated by a county road number, and a warm, slightly cheeky nod to the friend who always knows the way home.
- 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.