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Russia - Soviet Union (1976) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

Russia - Soviet Union (1976) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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Russia - Soviet Union (1976) - Black Mug Design

This design is a map of the Soviet Union as it stood in 1976, printed as a single sweeping view of the country's territory.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map fills the surface edge to edge, so the vast landmass reads as one continuous shape rather than a small emblem. Its borders, coastlines and the networks of rivers and place names give the piece its structure, and the eye moves across the territory from west to east. The print is pure cartography: there are no decorative flourishes, only the outlines and labels that a reader of the period would have expected. Lettering is small and precise, so the map rewards a closer look.

Meaning & Symbolism

A map of this kind is a statement of scale. In 1976 the Soviet Union spanned eleven time zones and stretched across Eurasia, and a map that shows the whole country at once makes that size the subject. Maps from this era also carried political meaning, since borders and names were drawn to reflect the state's own account of its territory. The design therefore works as both a geographic record and a picture of how the USSR presented itself at the height of the Cold War.

Designed for the Mug

A mug is held in the hand and turned slowly as it is drunk from, so the map never appears all at once. Each rotation brings a new stretch of territory into view, and the country unfolds in sections across the curve of the cup. Your coffee becomes the reading session: the map is studied in pieces, one border or city at a time, over a slow cup on a quiet morning.

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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.