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About this design
MG-021
MG-021 (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design takes the form of a road sign: a single pentagonal shield, rendered in flat black and white, with the letters MG and the numeral 21 set inside it.
Visual Elements & Composition
The layout is spare and centred. The shield dominates the frame, its bold black outline and solid black field set against a white ground, so nothing competes with it. The letters and numeral are cut in clean, blocky forms that read instantly, the way a roadside marker is meant to. The palette is almost entirely black and white, and the flat vector finish keeps every edge crisp, giving the piece a modern, graphic quality.
Meaning & Symbolism
The shield borrows the visual language of Brazilian state route signage. MG is the code for Minas Gerais, and the 21 marks the route, so the sign works as a precise, navigational emblem. Within this artwork, that road-sign vocabulary was adopted as the identity mark for the Brazil 021 Competition Gi, a martial arts uniform released by FUJI Sports around 2022. The design became a badge of affiliation for practitioners training and competing within that community, signalling discipline, membership and a shared standard. It is a clear example of how institutional identity becomes a graphic shorthand that people wear with pride.
On the Black Mug
A mug is a thing you turn in your hands, so the shield rotates into view with every sip, and its pentagon reads as a complete emblem from whichever side you hold it. The black field of the design sits naturally against a black mug, and the white numerals stand out as you lift it. For the coffee, tea or hot chocolate devotee in your life, this is a sharp, slightly cheeky nod to the open road and the people who wear their loyalty on their sleeve.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Brazil
- 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.