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About this design
RN188-AR
RN188-AR (Argentina) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design takes the form of an Argentine national route marker, the familiar shield that guides drivers along the country's highways, and wraps it in the colours of the Argentine flag.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the composition, filling most of the field around a pointed-bottom shield outline. Black frames the artwork and anchors the edges, while a band of sky blue picks out the flag stripes. A horizontal divider cuts across the shield, with a rectangular flag panel set into the lower section. The lettering reads ARGENTINA across the top, with RA and the numerals 188 marking the route. The flat vector style keeps every shape crisp and graphic, so the sign reads clearly at a glance.
Meaning & Symbolism
A route shield is a piece of everyday national infrastructure. Its shape and numbering tell a traveller exactly where they are, and here that quiet civic function is turned into a statement of identity. The blue and white bands of the flag bring national pride into the picture, so the sign stands for both the road and the country it crosses. The modern, transport-inspired styling ties the design to the open road and to the journeys that connect Argentina's landscapes and communities.
Designed for the Mug in Hand
A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the sign rotates past the eye with each sip, the numerals and the flag bands appearing and disappearing as the cup moves. The shield sits naturally in the middle of the mug's wide face, where it can be seen whole from the table. It is a thoughtful pick for a morning coffee, a late tea, or a warm drink shared with someone who has a road or a country to remember.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Argentina
- Printed
- When you order it
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.
- Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
- Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
- 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.