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About this design
SADC road sign GE19-28
SADC road sign GE19-28 (Angola) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design reproduces the SADC Route Marker GE19 28, the sign that identifies Route 28 in Angola as part of the Southern African Development Community's regional road network.
Visual Elements & Composition
The artwork is built from black and white alone, with high contrast doing all the work. Standardised geometric forms sit at the centre of the composition, and the route numeral is the focal point, so the eye lands on it immediately. Nothing decorative competes with it. The layout is plain and utilitarian, the way a sign has to be when a driver reads it at speed.
Meaning & Symbolism
The marker tells travellers that Route 28 is a strategic regional route, one that carries traffic across national borders within the SADC area. It stands for cross-border transit, shared infrastructure and the logistics that connect Southern African economies. The graphic follows the SADC Road Traffic Signs Manual (SADC RTSM), which sets one visual language for road users across member states, so a sign in Angola reads the same way as one in any other member country.
Designed for the Turning Hand
A mug is turned in the hand as it is drunk from, so the sign reveals itself in pieces: the black field, then the white numerals, then the full marker as the mug comes round again. It is a quiet, precise image for a morning coffee, and a sensible conversation starter for anyone who has ever followed a route number across a border. Give it to a road-tripper, a logistics planner or someone who simply likes a good piece of signage.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Angola
- 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.