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Road Sign · China
Sichuan Expwy S17 sign no name
Sichuan Expwy S17 sign no name
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About this design
Sichuan Expwy S17 sign no name
Sichuan Expwy S17 sign no name (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design renders a Sichuan expressway route marker from China, the S17 shield set down in flat, confident graphics that read at a glance.
Visual Elements & Composition
Green dominates the composition, filling most of the field, with yellow forming the band that carries the route designation. The layout is a rounded rectangle split into horizontal panels, a structure that keeps the eye moving from top to bottom in a clear sequence. The characters 川, 高 and 速 sit above the bold S17 numeral, and the small touches of white and black act as edging and contrast. Nothing is decorative for its own sake; every mark is there because a driver needs it.
Meaning & Symbolism
The S-prefix designates a provincial expressway, and 川 is the short form of Sichuan, so the sign names both its region and its place in the network. The characters 高速 mean expressway, and the number tells travellers where they are on the route. Expressway signage of this kind is a modern language of movement, built for quick reading at speed. The design is a faithful study of that everyday infrastructure, showing how a simple shape and a few numerals can carry a whole road system.
Made for the Hand, Turned in the Hand
A mug is held and turned, so the sign rotates slowly with each sip, revealing the yellow band and the numeral as the cup moves. The rounded rectangle echoes the curve of the rim, and the route designation lands right where the eye falls during the morning ritual. It is a road map you can keep on your desk, one that rewards a closer look each time the cup comes round.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- China
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- 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.