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About this design
MG-374
MG-374 (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design is a route marker from Minas Gerais, Brazil: the MG-374 state highway shield, rendered as a crisp, flat graphic in black and white.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the layout, roughly four parts to one, and the black runs as a bold pentagonal outline with an inner border that frames the whole sign. The shape is the star of the piece. Inside it sit the letters MG stacked above the numerals 3, 7, 4, set with the blunt, utilitarian clarity of real roadside signage. Nothing decorative competes with them. The flat vector style keeps every edge sharp, so the marker reads instantly from across a room.
Meaning & Symbolism
Every part of the sign carries information. MG stands for Minas Gerais, the Brazilian state whose government maintains roads bearing this prefix. The number 374 is the specific designation of this route within that network. The pentagonal, house-shaped form is the mark of a state highway, and it sets this sign apart from federal routes, which use the BR prefix instead. A sign like this does one job: it names the road. It says nothing about the road's condition, size or traffic, and that plainness is exactly its character. Spotting an MG prefix tells you at once that you are travelling the state network of Minas Gerais, which is why geography enthusiasts and GeoGuessr players treat it as a local fingerprint.
Made for the Hand That Wraps Around a Mug
A road marker is designed to be read at a glance, and a mug is read the same way: a quick look over the rim before the first sip. Turn this one in your hands and the pentagon swings into view, its black border and bold numerals facing you for the length of your morning coffee. It is a fitting companion for anyone who has ever followed a route number through unfamiliar country, and a cheeky conversation starter for the person who always knows exactly where they are.
- 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.