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About this design
Jiangsu Expwy S38 sign no name
Jiangsu Expwy S38 sign no name (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design takes the route marker of the S38 provincial expressway in Jiangsu, China, and lays it out as a clean, bold road sign that reads at a glance.
Visual Elements & Composition
The shield is a rounded rectangle split into two horizontal bands. A yellow top band sits above a broad green field, and that green dominates the composition, covering roughly three-fifths of the surface. Yellow and white carry the lettering, with black used only as a sharp accent. The characters 苏, 高, and 速 run across the top band, while the white route designation S38 commands the green field below. Flat vector shapes and no decoration keep every element legible.
Meaning & Symbolism
Each element communicates a message. The Chinese characters identify the road as an expressway of Jiangsu province, and the S38 numeral marks its place in the provincial network. This route links Nanjing with Taicang and is also known as the Yanjiang or Changhe Expressway. The layout follows the GB 5768 standard for road traffic signs and markings, which explains its restrained palette and high-contrast clarity. It is a modern piece of everyday infrastructure, built to be understood instantly by anyone passing at speed.
Turning the Route in Your Hands
A mug is a sign you read up close. As you turn it with your morning coffee, the shield rotates into view, and the S38 designation stays bold enough to catch the eye across the table. The sharp geometry of the rounded rectangle sits neatly around the curve of the cup, so every pass of the handle brings the route back into focus. It makes a cheeky conversation starter for anyone who has ever found themselves lost on a long drive.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- China
- 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.