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About this design
IRL N17
IRL N17 (Ireland) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
A single green road shield carries the designation N17, a straight piece of Irish road signage drawn as a flat, modern vector.
Visual Elements & Composition
Forest green fills most of the frame, set as a rounded rectangle with a white border that gives the shield its badge-like edge. Golden yellow letters and numerals sit centred in the field: an N followed by 17, bold and evenly spaced. White makes up a smaller share of the composition, outlining the shield and giving the yellow a crisp contrast. There is no background scene, no border ornament, and no secondary text. The design is pared back to the shield and its route number, and nothing else competes with it.
Meaning & Symbolism
The N prefix marks a national route in Ireland, and 17 identifies this one. The N17 runs through the west of the country, linking Galway with Sligo via Tuam and Claremorris. The design belongs to the working language of the road network: a marker drivers read at speed to know where they are and where they are heading. Its modern, utilitarian styling reflects the way these signs are designed to be understood at a glance, with clear shape, strong colour and a single legible code.
Turning the Shield in Your Hand
A mug is held and turned, so the N17 shield travels around the curve as you rotate it, appearing in full on the front and then passing out of view as you drink. The rounded corners of the shield echo the rounded body of the mug, and the white border holds its shape against the black surface. Wrapped around the cup, the route marker becomes a small, familiar sign you meet each time you lift it for a morning cup, a tea or a late hot chocolate.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Ireland
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- 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.