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About this design
MG-195
MG-195 (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design takes the form of a road marker: a white pentagon with a black inner border, carrying the letters MG above the number 195.
Visual Elements & Composition
The artwork is flat and graphic, built from just two colours. White fills roughly nine-tenths of the field, so the black pentagonal border and the black lettering do all the work. The pentagon sits centred and upright, its inner black outline giving the shape a crisp, framed edge. Inside, the MG and 195 stack as bold, evenly weighted characters with nothing competing for attention. There are no gradients, shadows or decorative flourishes, only the shape, the text and the contrast between them.
Meaning & Symbolism
The pentagon with its route number is the standard marker used on the road network of Minas Gerais, the Brazilian state whose initials, MG, appear on the shield. Route 195 is a state road, and the sign tells a driver which route they are on at a glance. Road signage like this is designed to be read quickly and understood without translation, and that practical clarity is what the design carries. Its modern, minimalist treatment turns a functional piece of infrastructure into a neat emblem of a place and a journey.
Where the Route Meets the Cup
A mug is held in the hand and turned slowly while you drink, so the sign rotates across your view in a way a flat print never does. The pentagon's bold black outline stays legible from every angle, and the number sits right where your eye lands on the handle side. Keep it on your desk and it becomes a small, cheeky waypoint for every long morning.
- 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.