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About this design
China County Road X960
China County Road X960 (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
A flat, minimalist route marker built around a single bold identifier: X960, set in heavy sans-serif capitals inside a rounded-rectangle outline.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the design, covering most of the field, while black supplies the framing and the lettering. The rounded-rectangle border sits centred and open, so the eye lands straight on the characters X960 with nothing to compete with them. There is no imagery, no decorative flourish and no secondary text. The layout is strictly symmetrical and clean, with the alphanumeric code carrying the entire composition.
Meaning & Symbolism
The design is a stripped-back take on the road sign, the kind of marker drivers read at a glance to know where they are. Its subject is the designation of China County Road X960, so the artwork speaks to geography, travel and regional mapping, and to the quiet way a route number becomes part of local identity. The mood is neutral and informative: it celebrates navigation through clarity rather than ornament, and the modern, utilitarian styling reflects how these markers are meant to be recognised instantly.
Made for the Mug in Hand
A mug is held close and turned slowly while it is drunk from, so the marker is read in pieces as the cup rotates: the border curves around the body, and the numerals reappear with every turn. Those clean black lines and open white field suit a surface that is viewed from a few inches away, where the crisp lettering stays legible at the moment of the first sip. It is a practical way to carry a roadside identifier onto the kitchen table, and a good conversation starter for anyone who has ever followed a county route across the map.
- 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.