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  • Portrait of Pvt. Bentley Weston, Bugler, Company a, 7Th South Carolina Cavalry, C.S.A. (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Portrait of Pvt. Bentley Weston, Bugler, Company a, 7Th South Carolina Cavalry, C.S.A. (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Portrait of Pvt. Bentley Weston, Bugler, Company a, 7Th South Carolina Cavalry, C.S.A. (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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Portrait of Pvt. Bentley Weston, Bugler, Company a, 7Th South Carolina Cavalry, C.S.A. (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Portrait of Pvt. Bentley Weston, Bugler, Company a, 7Th South Carolina Cavalry, C.S.A. (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Portrait of Pvt. Bentley Weston, Bugler, Company A, 7th South Carolina Cavalry, C.S.A. - Color Morphing Mug Design

This design reproduces a nineteenth-century portrait photograph of Private Bentley Weston, a bugler with Company A of the 7th South Carolina Cavalry during the American Civil War.

Visual Elements & Composition

The photograph is a single-figure portrait, so the sitter fills the frame and nothing competes with him. The image carries the tonal range of an old photographic print, with the soldier's face and posture as the clear focal point. The composition is simple and direct, the way studio portraits of the period were framed to hold a person's likeness steady for the viewer.

Meaning & Symbolism

Portraits like this were often commissioned by soldiers before they deployed, then sent home to family as keepsakes. The image is a personal record first. Weston's role as bugler adds a specific meaning: buglers sounded the signals, orders and daily routines that kept a cavalry unit moving, so the instrument stands for communication and discipline on the field. The 7th South Carolina Cavalry fought across the Eastern and Southern theatres, and this photograph preserves one participant's identity within that history. It belongs to the Library of Congress's Civil War collections and is in the public domain.

Made for the Hand

A mug is turned in the hand and brought close to the face, which suits a portrait meant to be looked at up close. The design is printed to wrap around the cup, so the sitter appears as you lift and turn it. Its heat-reactive surface also means the portrait is only faintly visible when the mug is cold and comes forward once a hot drink is poured in, so the image is revealed through the ritual of the morning cup.

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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.