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About this design
Saskatchewan Route 709
Saskatchewan Route 709 (Canada) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design reproduces the route marker for Saskatchewan Highway 709, a rural municipal road in Canada, as a clean, flat graphic that reads at a glance.
Visual Elements & Composition
The layout is deliberately plain. A sea green rounded-rectangle border frames a white field, and the bold sans-serif numeral 709 sits at the centre in the same green. White covers most of the surface, so the green numerals and their frame do all the work. There is no decoration beyond the number itself, which keeps the sign easy to read from a distance and gives the artwork its calm, utilitarian character.
Meaning & Symbolism
A route marker is a navigation tool first. In Saskatchewan, 700-series highways generally run east-west, and their numbers increase as they move from south to north, so the number itself tells a driver roughly where the road lies. This graphic follows the provincial signage standards set out in the Saskatchewan Traffic Control Devices Manual and aligns with the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Canada. It stands for the rural road network that connects small communities across the prairie, where a plain, legible sign matters most.
Cupped in the Hand
A mug is turned in the hand, so the design rotates as you drink. The sign's rounded frame and centred numeral mean the 709 comes into view whichever way the mug faces, and the strong green-on-white contrast stays readable at arm's length across the table. It is a good companion for a slow morning or a long drive planned on a map, and a cheeky nod to anyone who has ever navigated by road number alone.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Canada
- 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.