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Nick Biddle, Of Pottsville, Pa., The First Man Wounded In The Great American Rebellion, Baltimore, April 18, 1861 (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Nick Biddle, Of Pottsville, Pa., The First Man Wounded In The Great American Rebellion, Baltimore, April 18, 1861 (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Nick Biddle, Of Pottsville, Pa., The First Man Wounded In The Great American Rebellion, Baltimore, April 18, 1861 (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design is a monochrome carte de visite portrait of Nick Biddle, a bearded man in a buttoned military-style jacket with shoulder straps, presented beneath a printed caption that records his place in history.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is built from charcoal grey, mid grey and off-white, with a sliver of true black giving the portrait its depth. The sitter fills a vertical frame, his dark jacket anchoring the centre while the lighter tones lift the face and the card edges. Beneath him sits the rectangular caption card, set in printed type that reads "NICK BIDDLE," followed by Of Pottsville, Pa. the first man wounded in the Great American Rebellion, "Baltimore, April 18, 1861." and the publisher line, Published by W. R. Mortimer, Pottsville, Schuylkill Co., Pa. The words carry as much weight as the picture.

Meaning & Symbolism

The caption makes the argument. Biddle is remembered not for rank or battle but for being the first man wounded in the outbreak of the American Rebellion in Baltimore on April 18, 1861, a single date that marks the nation's slide into war. The card's home town, Pottsville in Schuylkill County, ties a local man to a national turning point. The somber grey palette and the 1860s photographic style reinforce the record-keeping purpose: this is a document of one life set against the start of the Civil War.

Made for the Morning Mug

A mug is held close and turned slowly in the hand, so the caption and portrait come around as you drink, one reading at a time. The sitter's face faces you across the handle, and the dates and place names are there for the moment you stop to read them. It is a quiet, sober piece for anyone who likes their coffee with a little history.

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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.