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About this design
Guangxi Expwy S7501 sign no name
Guangxi Expwy S7501 sign no name (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design reproduces a Chinese provincial expressway sign, the S7501 route marker for the Hechi West Ring Expressway in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.
Visual Elements & Composition
A saturated green field fills the sign, and white lettering sits across it in a clean, upright hierarchy. The route number dominates the layout, set large and bold so it can be read at a glance from a moving car. Nothing decorative competes with it. The design follows the standardised format of Chinese expressway signage, with its restrained palette and direct typography, so the composition reads as pure information. On a black ground, that green and white hit harder than they would on a sheet of paper.
Meaning & Symbolism
Every element carries a job. The green background and white text are the visual code that tells drivers they are on a provincial expressway, one of the main arteries linking cities and regions within a single province. The route number is the identifier that matters most. The S7501 designation points to the Hechi West Ring Expressway, a bypass that carries traffic around the western edge of Hechi city and supports regional travel and economic development. The sign is a small, precise map of how a region moves.
Finding the Route in Your Hand
A sign is built to be seen from a distance, but a mug is turned slowly in the hands, so the sign's bold numeral and sharp colour blocks come into view one angle at a time. Each sip brings the route number back round to face you. It is a fitting companion for anyone who has ever relied on a road sign to get home, or who plans their next trip 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.