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  • Philippines, The (1900) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • Philippines, The (1900) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • Philippines, The (1900) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • Philippines, The (1900) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • Philippines, The (1900) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
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Philippines, The (1900) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

Philippines, The (1900) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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Philippines, The (1900) - Black Mug Design

This design is a map of the Philippine archipelago as it was drawn in 1900, reproduced as a single printed chart of land, coastline, and place names.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map fills the print area as one continuous field, so the islands read as the main subject rather than a decoration placed on top of something else. Coastlines and island outlines carry the eye from the northern islands down through the central group toward the southern archipelago. Typeset names for islands, provinces, and bodies of water sit close to the shapes they label, and the lettering is small enough that the overall pattern of land and sea reads first. The black background of the mug works in the design's favour: the pale linework of the map stands out against it like an old chart seen by lamplight.

Meaning & Symbolism

A map dated 1900 records a particular moment in the islands' history. The Treaty of Paris of 1898 had transferred the Philippines from Spain to the United States, and the Philippine-American War was still under way when this chart was current. Maps of this kind were tools of administration, trade, and navigation, and they also shaped how a distant territory was pictured by the people who governed it. Seen today, the chart holds both a practical geography and a record of who was drawing the borders and naming the places.

Turning It in the Hand

A mug is held and turned, so the map is never seen all at once. Each quarter-turn brings a different stretch of coastline to the front, and the archipelago appears in pieces, the way it would on a long pull-out chart. Wrap the mug in both hands on a cold morning and the islands drift past in sequence, which suits a piece of cartography that was always meant to be unfolded slowly. It makes a thoughtful gift for someone who likes old maps, or for anyone with Philippine history in their family.

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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.