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  • Nine Unidentified Soldiers in Union Uniforms and Forage Caps, Eight With Bayoneted Muskets and One With a Drum (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Nine Unidentified Soldiers in Union Uniforms and Forage Caps, Eight With Bayoneted Muskets and One With a Drum (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Nine Unidentified Soldiers in Union Uniforms and Forage Caps, Eight With Bayoneted Muskets and One With a Drum (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Nine Unidentified Soldiers in Union Uniforms and Forage Caps, Eight With Bayoneted Muskets and One With a Drum (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Nine Unidentified Soldiers in Union Uniforms and Forage Caps, Eight With Bayoneted Muskets and One With a Drum (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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Nine Unidentified Soldiers in Union Uniforms and Forage Caps, Eight With Bayoneted Muskets and One With a Drum (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Nine Unidentified Soldiers in Union Uniforms and Forage Caps, Eight With Bayoneted Muskets and One With a Drum (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Nine Unidentified Soldiers in Union Uniforms and Forage Caps - Color Morphing Mug Design

Nine soldiers stand together in matching Union uniforms and forage caps, eight of them gripping bayoneted muskets and the ninth standing with a drum.

Visual Elements & Composition

The composition is built on the group. No single figure leads the eye; the nine stand as one unit, and their uniforms repeat the same dark tones and structured cut across the scene. The muskets rise in a near-continuous line, their bayonets catching the eye as the most pointed shapes in the image. The drummer sits apart from the rifles by instrument alone, a round form set against the upright verticals of the guns. There is no text or numeral to read, so the figures and their equipment carry the whole design.

Meaning & Symbolism

The artwork draws on the American Civil War, when infantry units were defined by uniform and standard issue as much as by name. The forage caps and uniforms mark the figures as Union service, while the muskets and drum point to the daily discipline of a foot regiment. The soldiers are unidentified, so the image honours the ordinary service member rather than any particular commander or battle. Its mood is serious and historic, and it treats its subjects with plain dignity.

Made for the Mug Turn

A mug is turned in the hand, so the ranks of muskets pass across the eye as the cup rotates, and the drummer comes round to meet the viewer. The heat-reactive surface holds the design back when the mug is cold and brings the soldiers forward once a hot drink is poured in, so the scene appears as the cup warms, a small reveal for the moment the coffee arrives.

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Color-changing ceramic mugs with a glossy finish, black exterior, and white interior. Available in one size: 11 oz (≈330 ml). Heat-reactive coating reveals your custom design when filled with hot liquid. BPA- and lead-free, with a comfortable C-handle.

This mug brings a playful twist to the daily coffee or tea ritual. At room temperature, it looks like a simple black mug with a glossy finish. But add a hot beverage, and your chosen design fades into view, showing vivid colors against the white interior.

The ceramic body is durable enough for repeated use, while the C-shaped handle balances comfort and grip. Printing uses sublimation techniques that fuse color into the heat-reactive surface for crisp results when the design appears.

  • Material: ceramic with glossy black exterior and white interior.
  • Size: one standard size, 11 oz (≈330 ml).
  • Finish: glossy glaze with heat-sensitive surface.
  • Printing: sublimation process produces crisp, vibrant colors.
  • Safety: BPA-free and lead-free, suitable for everyday drinks.
  • Effect: design is faintly visible when cold, fully revealed when hot.

Perfect as a novelty gift or a fun personal mug, the heat-reactive design makes coffee breaks more engaging. It works well for morning coffee, afternoon tea, or hot chocolate.

  1. Daily routine: fill with any hot beverage to reveal your chosen artwork.
  2. Gifting: the “magic” reveal makes it a memorable present for birthdays, holidays, or office exchanges.
  3. Office use: sparks conversation while still being practical for everyday drinks.

Note: for best results, avoid designs that rely heavily on deep black backgrounds, as they may blend with the mug’s surface when cold.

Unlike standard mugs, color-changing mugs require gentler care to preserve the heat-reactive coating. Hand-wash only — avoid the dishwasher and abrasive scrubbers, which can damage the finish and reduce the effect.

The mug is safe for short microwave use when heating liquids, but repeated high-heat cycles may shorten the lifespan of the coating. Always allow the mug to cool before washing.

Available in one classic size: 11 oz (approximately 330 ml). It’s large enough for most standard coffee makers and fits comfortably in most cabinets.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz
Height (in) 3.78
Diameter (in) 3.23
Diameter w/ handle (in) 4.76

Note: measurements are approximate; slight variations may occur due to manufacturing tolerances.