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About this design
MG-378
MG-378 (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design reproduces the route shield for MG-378, a state highway in Minas Gerais, Brazil, set as a clean black-and-white road marker.
Visual Elements & Composition
The artwork is a flat, minimalist vector graphic built around a single pentagonal badge with a black border and an inner border line. White fills roughly four-fifths of the field, with black taking the rest, so the shield reads instantly even at a glance. The numerals MG sit above 378, set in bold black lettering that is the only text in the piece. Nothing competes with the shield: no ornament, no background scene, just a sharp outline and high contrast.
Meaning & Symbolism
MG is the abbreviation for Minas Gerais, and roads numbered with that prefix are state highways maintained by the state's road department. The number 378 is simply the route's identifier within that network. Brazilian state route signs use a white shield with black lettering to tell drivers which road they are on, and this design follows that convention closely. It is a small piece of everyday infrastructure, and it shows how a modest road number helps anchor local travel within the wider national road system.
Made for the Mug in Your Hands
A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the shield rotates into view as you drink, with the pentagon's point and border catching the eye on each turn. The bold numerals stay legible from the table or across the kitchen, and the simple layout suits a daily ritual. It is a quiet, cheeky nod to the roads that carry people between towns, perfect for a traveller's desk or a friend who never stops moving.
- 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.