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About this design
China County Road X950
China County Road X950 (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
A stark, minimalist road marker sits centred on a white field, with the route designation X950 set in bold black characters inside a rounded rectangle.
Visual Elements & Composition
The design is almost entirely white, with black accents making up roughly an eighth of the surface. The dominant element is the alphanumeric code X950, set in black type on a white rounded-rectangle plate and framed by a fine black border. Nothing else competes for attention. The flat vector treatment keeps every edge crisp, and the layout reads like a sign seen head-on: one identifier, clean margins, and no decorative clutter.
Meaning & Symbolism
Road route markers are among the most recognisable pieces of transit signage, and this design distils that language to its essentials. The X950 designation is the identity of the roadway itself, so the artwork works as a tribute to a specific route and to the sense of place it gives a region. Cartographic and navigational conventions run through the composition, pointing to travel, transport and the quiet logic of how regions are marked and found. The design draws on the regional identity of China's County Road X950, and its modern, pared-back style reflects contemporary signage.
On the Black Coffee Mug
A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the sign is read in stages: the plate comes into view as you lift the cup, and the X950 numerals slide across your line of sight as you tip it back. The black surface frames the white plate like a sign against night, and the design is shown in full each time the mug is raised. It makes a fitting companion for an early-morning drive or a map-loving friend's first coffee of the day.
- 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.