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About this design
China County Road X973
China County Road X973 (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design renders the designation X973 in bold black characters on a white rounded rectangle, the way a county road marker announces itself at a junction.
Visual Elements & Composition
The artwork is flat and restrained. Black and white split the field almost evenly, with white covering most of the surface and black reserved for the rounded-rectangle outline and the heavy alphanumeric code at its centre. Nothing competes with the numerals. The X973 sits squarely in the plate, set large enough to read from a distance, and the rectangle around it gives the whole composition the simple, boxed silhouette of a road sign. There is no ornament, no border pattern and no illustration beyond that outline.
Meaning & Symbolism
The design is a minimalist tribute to regional mapping and navigation. A road designation is how a county tells travellers and dispatchers exactly where they are, so the plate stands for the quiet infrastructure that keeps local places connected. Its focus on the code rather than a place name gives the piece a neutral, observational mood: the identifier itself is the story, and it marks out this particular route within its geography. The artwork is an independent reproduction that draws on the utilitarian language of road signage from China County Road X973.
Made for the Morning Mug
A mug is held in both hands and turned slowly, so the plate is always just in view as the cup comes up to the mouth. The X973 reads at arm's length on the mug's broad face, and the rounded rectangle wraps the curve of the vessel. It is a good companion for the first coffee of a long drive, or for anyone whose map of home runs along a single numbered road.
- 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.