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  • Heavens, The 2 (1957) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Heavens, The 2 (1957) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Heavens, The 2 (1957) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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Heavens, The 2 (1957) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Heavens, The 2 (1957) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Heavens, The 2 (1957) - Color Morphing Mug Design

This design is a star chart from 1957, drawn as a map of the night sky and set out as a field of constellations, lines and points of light.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map is built on a dense, open field. Fine linework traces the sky, and small marks mark out the positions of the stars. Nothing is cropped at the edges, so the whole sky reads as one continuous surface. The title's numeral, "The 2," sits within the design's naming and reads as a second plate in a series. Its pale, measured lines are the kind a navigator would trust, not decoration.

Meaning & Symbolism

A celestial map is a record of how people once read the sky. Constellations gave travellers and astronomers fixed points to steer by, and the chart's fixed layout turns the heavens into something you can follow with your eye. The 1957 date places it in the middle of the twentieth century, when printed star charts were still a standard tool for learning the night sky. The heavens here are presented as something to study and to find your way across.

Where the Design Meets the Mug

A mug is held in both hands and turned slowly while you drink, so the chart is seen in pieces, one arc at a time, and never all at once. The colour-change effect suits this: the map stays faint while the mug is cold and rises into view as hot coffee or tea is poured in, as though the sky is being charted fresh with each cup. Its handle sets the way it is turned, and the stars keep their place as you rotate it.

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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.