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About this design
NH-109 BGD
NH-109 BGD (Bangladesh) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design takes the form of a road sign: a green rounded-rectangle shield marking National Highway N109 in Bangladesh, rendered in a clean, modern flat style.
Visual Elements & Composition
Deep green fills most of the frame, with off-white lettering and a simple shield outline doing the rest of the work. The route designation sits centred in the shield, set in two scripts: the Latin N109 and the Bengali এন ১০৯, with the numerals written in Bengali form. Nothing competes with the lettering. The layout is flat and symmetrical, so the sign reads at a glance, like the roadside markers it borrows from.
Meaning & Symbolism
Road signs are a language of their own, and this one speaks it fluently. N109 is a numbered national highway route, and the BGD code identifies Bangladesh, tying the route to its country. The pairing of Latin and Bengali script reflects how the country's infrastructure is labelled for its own people, which makes the sign a small statement of national identity. Its modern, minimal style places it firmly in the present day, and its origin is the everyday roads of Bangladesh.
Turning the Sign in Your Hand
A mug is a sign you read from every side. As you turn it to take a sip, the shield moves across your view, and the route number comes back round each time. The handle sits opposite the lettering, so the design is always there in front of you while you hold it. It is a good conversation starter for anyone who has ever followed a route number across a map or a long drive.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Bangladesh
- 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.