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About this design
MG-271
MG-271 (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design is a flat, modern road sign: a white pentagon with a black inner border, set against a clean graphic field, with the route designation MG 271 at its centre.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the design, covering roughly four-fifths of the field, with black taking the rest. The pentagonal shield is drawn in a flat vector style, and the black inner border frames the sign so the eye settles on the lettering. The letters MG sit above the numerals 271, both in bold black. Nothing else competes for attention: no scenery, no ornament, just shape, contrast and type, arranged with the simplicity of a real roadside marker.
Meaning & Symbolism
The MG prefix identifies the state of Minas Gerais, and 271 is its route number, so the sign reads as a state route marker from that part of Brazil. Road shields are designed to be read at a glance from a moving vehicle, and this one carries that function into a piece of graphic art. The design connects Brazil through its everyday infrastructure rather than through landmarks or national symbols, which gives it a quieter, more travelled character. It belongs to a wider series of route-marker designs in the MG-271 collection, all built on the same plain visual language.
Why It Suits a Mug
A mug is turned in the hand as it is drunk from, so the sign moves around the cup rather than sitting still. Its strong black border and bold numerals stay legible as the mug rotates, and the pentagon's sharp outline reads clearly at the table or on the desk. It is a good companion for a slow morning, a road trip planner, or anyone who has ever followed a route number across a map and wondered where it leads.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Brazil
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- 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.