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CR RNT 807 (Costa Rica) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

CR RNT 807 (Costa Rica) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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CR RNT 807 (Costa Rica) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

This design takes the form of a road sign, with the name Costa Rica at its centre and the code CR RNT 807 set beside it.

Visual Elements & Composition

The layout is plain and direct, built around the country name and its alphanumeric identifier rather than scenery or ornament. The lettering carries the design, and the code sits alongside the name so the two read as a single label. Nothing competes for attention. The words are the whole composition, which gives the piece the clean, distinct look of a signboard.

Meaning & Symbolism

Road signs exist to tell travellers where they are and what lies ahead, and this design borrows that job. Naming Costa Rica directly makes the country the subject of the piece, while the CR RNT 807 code adds a catalogue logic, the kind of reference mark used to file and identify things in an orderly way. Together they celebrate the region as a set of clear markers, a commemoration of place made in a systematic, identification-based format.

Made for the Color Morphing Mug

A mug is held in the hands and turned as it is drunk from, so the sign is read up close and at an angle rather than from across a room. The design wraps fully around the cup, so the name and code travel with you as you rotate it. Its heat-reactive surface holds the design back when the mug is cold and brings it up once a hot drink is poured in, so the signboard appears gradually, one morning cup of coffee at a time.

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Color-changing ceramic mugs with a glossy finish, black exterior, and white interior. Available in one size: 11 oz (≈330 ml). Heat-reactive coating reveals your custom design when filled with hot liquid. BPA- and lead-free, with a comfortable C-handle.

This mug brings a playful twist to the daily coffee or tea ritual. At room temperature, it looks like a simple black mug with a glossy finish. But add a hot beverage, and your chosen design fades into view, showing vivid colors against the white interior.

The ceramic body is durable enough for repeated use, while the C-shaped handle balances comfort and grip. Printing uses sublimation techniques that fuse color into the heat-reactive surface for crisp results when the design appears.

  • Material: ceramic with glossy black exterior and white interior.
  • Size: one standard size, 11 oz (≈330 ml).
  • Finish: glossy glaze with heat-sensitive surface.
  • Printing: sublimation process produces crisp, vibrant colors.
  • Safety: BPA-free and lead-free, suitable for everyday drinks.
  • Effect: design is faintly visible when cold, fully revealed when hot.

Perfect as a novelty gift or a fun personal mug, the heat-reactive design makes coffee breaks more engaging. It works well for morning coffee, afternoon tea, or hot chocolate.

  1. Daily routine: fill with any hot beverage to reveal your chosen artwork.
  2. Gifting: the “magic” reveal makes it a memorable present for birthdays, holidays, or office exchanges.
  3. Office use: sparks conversation while still being practical for everyday drinks.

Note: for best results, avoid designs that rely heavily on deep black backgrounds, as they may blend with the mug’s surface when cold.

Unlike standard mugs, color-changing mugs require gentler care to preserve the heat-reactive coating. Hand-wash only — avoid the dishwasher and abrasive scrubbers, which can damage the finish and reduce the effect.

The mug is safe for short microwave use when heating liquids, but repeated high-heat cycles may shorten the lifespan of the coating. Always allow the mug to cool before washing.

Available in one classic size: 11 oz (approximately 330 ml). It’s large enough for most standard coffee makers and fits comfortably in most cabinets.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz
Height (in) 3.78
Diameter (in) 3.23
Diameter w/ handle (in) 4.76

Note: measurements are approximate; slight variations may occur due to manufacturing tolerances.