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Myanmar Passport (1988-2010) - Black Coffee Mug

Myanmar Passport (1988-2010) - Black Coffee Mug

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Myanmar Passport Cover (1988 2010) - Black Mug Design

This is the State Seal of Myanmar as it was used from 1988 to 2011, rendered in a flat vector style that makes its official heraldry impossible to miss.

Visual Elements & Composition

Red dominates the artwork, covering roughly 85 percent of the surface, with gold picking out the emblem's details for the remaining share. The composition is centred on a map of Myanmar laid over a 14-cog pinion, the cogwheel sitting behind the country like a badge of industry. Ears of paddy curve around the outside of the seal, and two chinthe, the guardian lions of Burmese tradition, flank the central motif. A five-pointed star and a rectangular frame complete the layout, while Burmese script and the words "UNION OF MYANMAR" and "PASSPORT" anchor the design with official text.

Meaning & Symbolism

Every element carries a message. The cogwheel stands for industry, the paddy for agriculture, and the map for the nation itself, while the chinthe guard the whole emblem as protectors. The seal was adopted by the State Law and Order Restoration Council (SLORC) in 1988, which revised the 1974 socialist-era version by dropping the words "Socialist Republic" and shifting the palette to gold. That change makes this seal a precise record of a specific political moment in Southeast Asian history, and the heraldic style reflects the formal conventions of late twentieth-century state symbolism.

Turning It in Your Hands

A mug is something you turn slowly while you drink, so the seal reveals itself in stages: the red field first, then the gold lions and paddy as the cup rotates. The design wraps the full curve of the mug, and the handle sits against the emblem's outer edge, so every sip brings a different part of the seal into view. It is a conversation starter for anyone who collects passport and state imagery, and a quietly cheeky way to bring a piece of official history to the breakfast table.

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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.