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  • Lieutenant Hiram L. Hendley of Co. A, 9Th Tennessee Cavalry Battalion, in Silver Brooch (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Lieutenant Hiram L. Hendley of Co. A, 9Th Tennessee Cavalry Battalion, in Silver Brooch (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Lieutenant Hiram L. Hendley of Co. A, 9Th Tennessee Cavalry Battalion, in Silver Brooch (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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Lieutenant Hiram L. Hendley of Co. A, 9Th Tennessee Cavalry Battalion, in Silver Brooch (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Lieutenant Hiram L. Hendley of Co. A, 9Th Tennessee Cavalry Battalion, in Silver Brooch (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Lieutenant Hiram L. Hendley - Color Morphing Mug Design

This design is a Civil War portrait of Confederate Lieutenant Hiram L. Hendley of Company A, 9th Tennessee Cavalry Battalion, set in a silver brooch that a soldier of his era might have kept close.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is a hand-colored ambrotype, so the portrait carries the soft, slightly unreal tones that hand colouring gave early photographs. The soldier fills the frame as the single focal point, with no competing decoration. The silver brooch setting frames the picture and turns a flat photograph into a small, precise object. Printed across the mug's full wraparound surface, the portrait stays a single unbroken scene.

Meaning & Symbolism

Hendley served in the American Civil War between 1861 and 1865, and the portrait records a cavalryman of the Tennessee units that fought for the Confederacy. Related photographs in the same collection show him with a double-barrel shotgun and a Bowie knife, weapons that reflect how cavalry units often fought, improvising with whatever arms they carried. The brooch is the emotional centre of the piece. Soldiers wore or carried these keepsakes so family could stay close to them, and the setting makes the portrait something personal rather than official. The original sits in the Library of Congress as part of the Liljenquist Family Collection of Civil War Photographs.

Holding the Story Close

A mug is turned slowly in the hand, and this design rewards that habit. When the cup is cold, the portrait is only faintly visible, and as a hot drink goes in, Hendley emerges from the surface. That reveal suits a brooch that was meant to be opened and looked at up close. It makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who collects history or values a personal link to the past.

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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.