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About this design
China Expwy G6001GY sign with name
China Expwy G6001GY sign with name (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design reproduces a Chinese national expressway route shield, the G6001 marker from the Guiyang ring road, rendered as a clean, flat graphic that reads at a glance.
Visual Elements & Composition
Green dominates the layout, filling most of the field and giving the sign its unmistakable highway character. A red band cuts across the upper area, and a white border frames the whole rounded rectangle, sharpening the edges so the shape stays crisp. White numerals and letters carry the route designation, with the characters G60 and 01 set large and centred for quick recognition. The composition is symmetrical and direct, with no decoration competing for attention: colour, shape and type do all the work.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route shields like this one exist to make navigation effortless. The G-prefix marks a national expressway, and the four-digit code places this stretch of road within the network, while the Chinese inscriptions name the expressway and the Guiyang ring road it encircles. The design therefore speaks to travel, infrastructure and the quiet order that keeps long journeys on course. It is a piece of modern transport design, drawn from the official signage of the People's Republic of China.
Made for the Mug in Your Hands
A mug is turned in the hand as you drink, so the sign passes around the curve of the cup in a slow rotation, its green field and white frame appearing one panel at a time. It is a fitting pick for the commuter, the road-tripper or anyone whose coffee is fuelled by a map, and it makes a cheeky conversation starter on the desk. Each sip brings the route back into view, a small reminder that every journey begins with knowing where the next turn is.
- 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.