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Harrison's Landing, Va. Members of the Class of 1860, U.S. Military Academy (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Harrison's Landing, Va. Members of the Class of 1860, U.S. Military Academy (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Harrison's Landing, Va. Class of 1860 - Color Morphing Mug Design

This design commemorates the members of the West Point Class of 1860 who served in the Civil War, anchored to a specific place and moment: Harrison's Landing, Virginia.

Visual Elements & Composition

The design is built around its inscription. The place name, Harrison's Landing, Va., and the class year, 1860, with the U.S. Military Academy identified beside them, carry the image. Everything is arranged to read as a dedication, so the words set the rhythm and the eye moves from place to class to Academy. The heat-reactive surface is part of the composition: the lettering stays faint on a cold mug and comes up as the drink warms it.

Meaning & Symbolism

Harrison's Landing was the Union army's encampment on the James River in the summer of 1862, where George B. McClellan's forces regrouped after the Peninsula Campaign. Naming it alongside the Class of 1860 ties a graduating class to a particular wartime camp, a reminder that the men of that class were officers in the field, not only cadets in New York. The design honours the comradeship of a single class scattered across a national conflict and gathered again in memory.

Made for the Mug in Hand

A mug is turned slowly in the hands and read from close range, often more than once a day. The inscription suits that habit: the words come up as the coffee or tea heats the surface, so the design appears gradually, the way the record of a class does when someone takes the time to look. It is a history piece for a quiet morning, and a conversation starter for anyone who wonders what the name on the cup refers to.

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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.