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About this design
IRL N71
IRL N71 (Ireland) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design takes the form of a national road marker: a green rounded-rectangle shield bearing the yellow route number N71, set on a plain field that reads at a glance as Irish road signage.
Visual Elements & Composition
Irish green fills most of the frame, roughly three-fifths of it, with white forming the inner panel that frames the route. The shield is built from clean rounded rectangles, and the golden yellow numerals of N71 sit at its centre, large enough to read from across a room. There is no ornament and no background clutter. The flat vector treatment keeps every edge crisp, so the composition works as a single bold statement rather than a scene to study.
Meaning & Symbolism
The N71 is a national secondary road in Ireland, winding through open countryside and linking towns across the island. Its designation is the artwork's whole story: a short code that marks a route people drive every day, whether they live along it, work it, or pass through on a long journey. The design honours that everyday connection and the regional identity that grows around a road. It is a modern piece, drawn from the language of Irish road signage, and it celebrates the quiet importance of local transit routes.
Cradled in Your Hands
A mug is a thing you turn in your hands, so the shield rotates with every sip. The design is a single bold figure rather than a wraparound panorama, which means the N71 is always in view as you lift the cup and set it down again. It is a fitting companion for anyone who knows this road by heart, or who wants a reminder of it over a morning brew.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Ireland
- 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.