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  • Fair Oaks, Va., Vicinity. Battery M., 2D U.S. Artillery, Commanded by Capt. Henry Benson (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Fair Oaks, Va., Vicinity. Battery M., 2D U.S. Artillery, Commanded by Capt. Henry Benson (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Fair Oaks, Va., Vicinity. Battery M., 2D U.S. Artillery, Commanded by Capt. Henry Benson (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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Fair Oaks, Va., Vicinity. Battery M., 2D U.S. Artillery, Commanded by Capt. Henry Benson (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Fair Oaks, Va., Vicinity. Battery M., 2D U.S. Artillery, Commanded by Capt. Henry Benson (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Fair Oaks, Va., Vicinity: Battery M, 2d U.S. Artillery - Color Morphing Mug Design

This historical print places Battery M of the 2d U.S. Artillery, commanded by Captain Henry Benson, in the countryside around Fair Oaks, Virginia.

Visual Elements & Composition

The design is built around a single subject: a specific artillery battery and the ground it occupied. Nothing is decorative for its own sake. The unit and the location are the focus, and the composition keeps the viewer's attention on them, giving the print the clear, documentary character of a historical reference. The inscription does the labelling work, naming the vicinity, the battery, the regiment and its captain in one line.

Meaning & Symbolism

Battery M, 2d U.S. Artillery, is the unit at the heart of the piece, and Captain Henry Benson is the officer who led it. Fair Oaks was the site of a major engagement in the Peninsula Campaign of 1862, one of the early large clashes of the American Civil War near Richmond. Artillery batteries of this kind were the mobile, disciplined backbone of Union field forces, so the print honours a working military unit rather than a battle abstracted into myth. It is a record of people, a place and a command structure from a pivotal era of American history.

Turned in the Hand

A mug is held and turned, so the artwork is seen up close and from more than one angle. The print here is hidden when the cup is cold and only comes forward once a hot drink is poured in. The battery and its captain surface gradually as the coffee warms the cup, which suits a piece of history that is revealed slowly to anyone who looks. Pour in a morning brew and the Fair Oaks print appears, a small, warm reminder of the men who served there.

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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.