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About this design
NH-802 BGD
NH-802 BGD (Bangladesh) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design reproduces a Bangladeshi road route marker: a dark green rounded rectangle carrying a national highway number and a line of Bengali script, drawn in flat vector style.
Visual Elements & Composition
Dark green fills roughly 85 per cent of the image, so the sign reads as one bold block of colour. Off-white lettering and numerals sit within it, with the route code N802 and the Bengali text এনচরো as the only marks. There is no decoration, gradient or background scene. The rounded rectangle is the only shape, and the layout is centred and symmetrical, the way a roadside sign is built to be read at a glance.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route markers are how a country tells travellers where they are and which road they are on. The "N" prefix in Bangladesh marks a national highway, and the number that follows places this sign within that network. The Bengali script anchors the sign in the country's own language, so the design speaks to national identity and everyday public life rather than to a generic idea of travel. The palette of deep green and white is the look of those signs on the road itself.
Turning the Sign in Hand
A mug is never seen all at once. As you lift it and turn it, the green panel slides past, the route number comes into view and the script comes round again, so the sign reads as something you discover in passing. It makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who likes to start the day with a reminder of the roads that connect home to elsewhere.
- 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.