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Middle coat of arms of the Grand Dukes of Luxembourg prior to 2000 - Black Coffee Mug

Middle coat of arms of the Grand Dukes of Luxembourg prior to 2000 - Black Coffee Mug

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Middle coat of arms of the Grand Dukes of Luxembourg prior to 2000 - Black Mug Design

This design reproduces the middle coat of arms of the Grand Dukes of Luxembourg, the official heraldic emblem formalised in 1898 and used until the 2001 revision under Grand Duke Henri.

Visual Elements & Composition

A central shield dominates the composition, filled with ten alternating horizontal stripes of silver and blue. Across it stands a red double-tailed lion, crowned, armed and langued in gold. The shield is surmounted by the grand ducal crown, an arched royal crown topped with a globe and cross. Two gold lions rampant guardant face forward and hold the shield, while a red mantle lined with ermine and gathered with golden cords and tassels frames the whole arrangement. The palette is heraldic and formal, with red, gold, silver and blue carrying the eye through each layer.

Meaning & Symbolism

The lion is the Lion of Luxembourg, the historic symbol of the medieval Counts of Luxembourg, and its presence ties the modern grand ducal house to its medieval ancestors. The crown, mantle and ermine are formal royal ornaments that place the emblem firmly within monarchy. Adolphe of Nassau formalised the arms, and Adolphe, Guillaume IV, Charlotte and Jean used them across four reigns in the twentieth century. The design therefore records a century of dynastic continuity, set during a period of major national change.

On the Black Mug

A mug is turned in the hand and read at close range, so the shield, lions and crown come into view one segment at a time as the cup rotates. The heraldic detail rewards that slow looking, the kind of quiet morning ritual where a coat of arms becomes a companion to the first coffee of the day. Printed on black, the stripes and gold figures stand out with a regal, slightly cheeky confidence fit for a history lover's cupboard.

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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.

  1. Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
  2. Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
  3. 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.