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About this design
China County Road X971
China County Road X971 (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design renders the route of China County Road X971 as a bold, flat road-sign marker, with the code set in heavy black block characters.
Visual Elements & Composition
Black and white do all the work here. A rounded-rectangle outline frames the route marker, and the bold black letters of X971 sit at its centre, giving the eye one clear point to land on. White makes up most of the surface, with black accounting for the outline and lettering, so the layout reads as crisp and uncluttered. The style is flat vector throughout, with no shading or ornament, and the rectangular plate shape keeps the composition orderly and easy to take in at a glance.
Meaning & Symbolism
A route marker is a small piece of civic information, a name for a road that drivers rely on without thinking. Pulling that marker out of its setting and making it the whole picture turns a piece of wayfinding into a emblem of place. The alphanumeric code is what identifies this particular road, so the artwork is a tribute to one specific roadway and its regional identity, rather than to roads in general. Its modern, utilitarian look fits the subject: a road designation is practical by nature, and the design honours that plainness.
Built for the Hands
A mug is held, turned and lifted many times a day, so the design is seen in passing and in close view at once. As the cup rotates in the hand, the rounded outline and the bold X971 come round in turn, a quiet route sign on your morning coffee. It makes a fine pick for anyone who has spent time navigating by road signs, or who simply likes their design clean and direct.
- 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.