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About this design
RP76-AR
RP76-AR (Argentina) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design takes the form of an Argentine road sign: a single black numeral, 76, set inside a square outline, with the code RP76-AR naming it.
Visual Elements & Composition
The artwork is flat and graphic, built from black and white alone. White covers most of the field, roughly four-fifths of it, while black supplies the numerals and the square frame. The numeral 76 sits centred and dominates the layout, with its rounded-square border giving the sign its outline. Nothing competes with the numbers. The lack of ornament is the point: the sign reads at a glance, the way roadside signage is meant to.
Meaning & Symbolism
A road sign exists to direct, and this one speaks in a route number. The RP76-AR code ties the number to Argentina, placing the design in the country's road network and its everyday language of kilometres, junctions and destinations. The sign stands for navigation itself: a fixed point that tells travellers where they are and where the road leads. Its utilitarian honesty is part of the appeal. It is a piece of working infrastructure, lifted out of the landscape and presented as an object in its own right.
Turned in the Hand on a Black Mug
A mug is held and turned, so the design gets read in passes: first the whole square as you lift it, then the numeral as it rotates toward you. The white field against the black body of the mug makes the sign feel like a window cut into the night, a neat trick for a cup you'll reach for every morning. For the driver, the navigator or anyone who has ever followed a number down an open road, this is a cheeky reminder of the miles behind them, shared over a warm drink.
- 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.