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Russia - Eastern Soviet Union (1967) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

Russia - Eastern Soviet Union (1967) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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Russia - Eastern Soviet Union (1967) - Black Mug Design

This is a cartographic view of the Soviet East, drawn as a map of the territory in 1967, the year the Soviet Union marked fifty years since the October Revolution.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map gives the whole layout to geography. Its borders, rivers and place names spread across the field, and the vast eastern landmass fills most of the composition. The black ground of the print makes the linework stand out, so the boundaries read like a diagram of power. Lettering and numerals are set small and precise, the way official cartography was. Nothing decorative competes with the land itself.

Meaning & Symbolism

A map from this period is never only a map. Drawing the Eastern Soviet Union in 1967 presented a state that stretched across eleven time zones as a single, settled whole. The date matters: the image belongs to the middle of the Cold War, when maps were part of how the Soviet Union explained its size and its claims to the world. Looking at it now, the scale is the story, the sheer distance between the names printed at its edges.

Turning It in the Hand

A mug is handled and turned, so this map is experienced in pieces. The handle sits on one side while the eastern reaches rotate into view with each sip, and the continent-sized sprawl reveals itself gradually rather than all at once. It is a good match for a cup, because the design is meant to be read slowly, one stretch at a time, over a long coffee or a late tea.

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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.