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About this design
MG-302
MG-302 (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design is a flat, modern rendering of a state route marker: a white pentagonal shield with a black inner border, carrying the letters MG above the numeral 302.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the artwork, covering roughly three quarters of the field, with black taking most of the rest and a trace of light grey at the edges. The pentagon sits centred and upright, its inner black border framing the message so the eye lands straight on the code. The letters MG are stacked above the number 302, and nothing else competes for attention. The result is plain, legible and deliberately uncluttered, the way road signage is meant to be read at a glance.
Meaning & Symbolism
The prefix MG identifies this as a state highway in Minas Gerais, one of Brazil's largest states, and the marker is a small piece of its transport system. Minas Gerais has the largest road network in Brazil, spanning federal, state and municipal roads, and state routes are organised into radial, north-south, east-west, diagonal and link highways. The Department of Roads of Minas Gerais, DER-MG, is the state agency that plans, builds, maintains and operates that network. The artwork is a tribute to that infrastructure, which connects communities across the region.
Where the Route Meets the Cup
A mug is turned in the hand and read from the side, so the shield's bold pentagon wraps around the curve and the MG and 302 come round one face at a time, like a sign passed at speed. It makes a cheeky companion for a morning brew, a nod to every road trip that started with a coffee on the dashboard. Pour in something hot, and this little roadside marker keeps you company on the way to wherever the day is headed.
- 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.