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About this design
H28 ARM
H28 ARM (Armenia) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design turns Armenia into a road sign: a single route marker in bold blue, carrying the letters "ARM" and the numerals "2" and "8" in crisp white.
Visual Elements & Composition
Royal blue takes up most of the surface, with white as the second colour and a sliver of black as the accent. The marker is a rounded rectangle framed by a white border, which gives it the familiar shape of signage you pass at speed on a highway. The lettering is stylised and flat, with no shading or texture, so the sign reads at a glance. Nothing competes with it. The composition is one clear shape set against a plain field, and that restraint is the point of the piece.
Meaning & Symbolism
The design borrows the visual language of transport signage to speak about national identity. "ARM" is the standard three-letter abbreviation for Armenia, so the sign names the country directly, the way a route marker names a road. The "H28" in the title marks it as part of a series that treats geography and national branding in a minimalist way. Route markers guide travellers from one place to another, and that idea sits neatly with a country whose identity has long been carried by people far from home. The result is a direct tribute to Armenia, expressed through a shape everyone recognises.
Made for the Daily Mug Ritual
A mug is turned in the hand, so the sign rotates as you drink and comes back into view with each sip. Because the marker is a single compact shape, it sits cleanly on the curve of the body without needing to be read as a panorama. Pour a first coffee, and the blue route marker is the first thing you see across the table. It is a quiet way to show where your loyalties lie, and a cheeky conversation starter for anyone who spots the road sign and wonders where it leads.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Armenia
- 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.