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  • Pacific - Sovereignty and Mandate Boundary Lines (1921) (Map) Black Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Pacific - Sovereignty and Mandate Boundary Lines (1921) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • Pacific - Sovereignty and Mandate Boundary Lines (1921) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • Pacific - Sovereignty and Mandate Boundary Lines (1921) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • Pacific - Sovereignty and Mandate Boundary Lines (1921) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • Pacific - Sovereignty and Mandate Boundary Lines (1921) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • Pacific - Sovereignty and Mandate Boundary Lines (1921) (Map) Black Coffee Mug-11oz-Go Mug Yourself
  • Pacific - Sovereignty and Mandate Boundary Lines (1921) (Map) Black Coffee Mug-Go Mug Yourself
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Pacific - Sovereignty and Mandate Boundary Lines (1921) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

Pacific - Sovereignty and Mandate Boundary Lines (1921) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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Pacific - Sovereignty and Mandate Boundary Lines (1921) - Black Mug Design

This is a map of the Pacific as it was drawn up in 1921, with its boundary lines marking who held which islands and coastlines.

Visual Elements & Composition

The Pacific fills the frame. Ocean spreads across the surface, broken up by island clusters and continental edges, and the boundary lines run through it like stitching. Those lines dominate the design, dividing the sea and land into jurisdictions. Place names and labels sit close to the coastlines, so the map reads as a working reference rather than a decorative backdrop.

Meaning & Symbolism

The map records the settlement that followed the First World War. The League of Nations assigned former German possessions in the Pacific to other powers under the mandate system, so the lines show who administered each territory rather than who had conquered it on paper. Read in 1921, the design captures a moment when the political order of the ocean was being redrawn, and the sovereignty and mandate boundaries are the story it tells.

Holding the Map in Hand

A map on a mug is never seen all at once. You turn the cup as you drink, and the coastlines slide past one after another, so the boundaries appear in pieces, the way a navigator would read a chart. The curve of the body keeps the Pacific wrapped around your hand, and each sip brings another stretch of boundary into view. For anyone who likes history with their morning coffee, the design rewards that slow turn.

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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.