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About this design
NH-405 BGD
NH-405 BGD (Bangladesh) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design is a flat, green road route marker from Bangladesh, with its route number N405 set in white across the centre of a horizontal plate.
Visual Elements & Composition
Green fills most of the surface, with white lettering and a thin light grey edge framing the plate. The plate is a rounded rectangle, wide and low, so the eye reads it in a single glance. The number appears twice: the Latin N405 and the Bengali এন৪০৫, which sit together and give the sign its bilingual character. Nothing else competes for attention. The shapes are simple, the edges are crisp, and the layout is centred and balanced.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route plates like this one are how a road is identified on the ground. The N prefix marks a national route, and the number tells drivers which road they are on and where it leads. Setting the Latin and Bengali numerals side by side reflects how route signs in Bangladesh are written, so the design speaks to the country's own signage tradition. The flat, modern style and the utilitarian palette place it firmly in the present day, with the plain practicality of public infrastructure at its heart.
Turning the Mug Over
A mug is turned in the hand, so the plate travels across the curved wall as you rotate it, the number sliding in and out of view with each sip. The horizontal format suits that motion: the full sign appears in one clear sweep, then the C-shaped handle brings it back round to face you. It is a quiet design for a morning ritual, and a sensible one for anyone who has ever followed a road sign toward a destination they were happy to reach.
- 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.