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  • England - Medieval (1979) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • England - Medieval (1979) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • England - Medieval (1979) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • England - Medieval (1979) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • England - Medieval (1979) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
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England - Medieval (1979) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

England - Medieval (1979) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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England - Medieval (1979) - Black Mug Design

This design is a map of England, drawn in a medieval manner and dated 1979, so it reads as a late-twentieth-century picture of the country's medieval past.

Visual Elements & Composition

The country is the whole subject. Its outline fills the composition, so the eye goes to the shape of the land before anything else. Traditional medieval motifs are scattered across the surface, giving the map the look of an old chart rather than a modern atlas. The layout is held together by the single subject, with nothing competing for attention beyond the map itself.

Meaning & Symbolism

The subjects are England and medieval history, and the themes are history, heritage and the medieval period. The 1979 date matters: it marks this as a deliberate revival of older map-making, a way of looking back at England's medieval world from a later age. Each motif points to the era the piece is named for, so the map works as both a record of a historical idea and a statement about how that past has been remembered.

Turning the Story in Your Hands

A mug is turned in the hand with every sip, so this map is never seen all at once. You read it in pieces, one stretch of country at a time, as the design rotates past your fingers. The wraparound surface suits a map that rewards close attention, and the handle sits where the eye can rest between sections. It is a good excuse to linger over the tea and the history together, a small indulgence for anyone who has ever stared at an old map and wondered what the cartographer was thinking.

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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.

  1. Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
  2. Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
  3. 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.