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About this design
China Expwy G2517 sign with name
China Expwy G2517 sign with name (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design reproduces a Chinese expressway route sign, the G2517 shield bearing the name of the Shaxia Expressway, rendered as a clean, flat vector graphic.
Visual Elements & Composition
A large green rounded rectangle fills most of the frame and dominates the layout. A white border frames it, and a red header band runs across the top. The arrangement is centred and symmetrical, with nothing competing for attention. The text is set in white and reads clearly against the green: the characters 国家 and 高速 sit in the header, with the route designation G2517 and the name 沙厦高速 below. The palette is high-contrast, the same green, white and red used on road signs so they can be read at a glance.
Meaning & Symbolism
The sign identifies a single route within China's national expressway network. Its characters name the road system and the expressway, and the G-prefixed number places it within the national grid. Signs like this guide drivers across long distances, so the design carries ideas of navigation, transit and geography. It is a portrait of how a country keeps its roads organised, drawn from the modern signage used on China's highways.
Designed for the Black Mug
A mug is turned in the hand, so the sign's rectangle wraps around the curved body and reveals itself one section at a time as the cup rotates. The handle sits opposite the artwork, leaving the green panel uninterrupted for the person holding it. Against the black surface, the white border and bright header stand out sharply, which suits a design built on contrast. It makes a pointed gift for anyone who has spent time on long drives or planned a route with a map open on the table.
- 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.