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About this design
Sichuan Expwy S22 sign with name
Sichuan Expwy S22 sign with name (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design reproduces the route marker for the S22 provincial expressway in Sichuan Province, China, the shield that tells drivers they are on the Zilong Expressway.
Visual Elements & Composition
Green dominates the composition, filling most of the field around a rounded-square shield with a crisp rounded-rectangle border. White and yellow lettering sit within the green, with a horizontal band dividing the layout into clear zones. The route number S22 reads plainly as the focal point, while the Chinese characters 川, 高速 and 自隆高速 carry the provincial and expressway identity. Everything is flat vector work, with no ornament beyond what the signage needs. The layout is clean, functional and deliberately uncluttered.
Meaning & Symbolism
The shield identifies the S22 as a provincial expressway in Sichuan, and its name, the Zilong Expressway (自隆高速公路), anchors that route to a real corridor of Chinese road infrastructure. The colour scheme and layout follow GB 5768, the national standard for road traffic signs and markings, so every element signals the same thing to a driver: which road this is and where it goes. It is a small, precise piece of civil engineering, and it shows how regional transit is communicated at a glance.
Made for the Coffee Table Conversation
A mug is turned in the hand, so the shield rotates with every sip, bringing the route number round to meet you and then slipping away again. The bold green field reads well at arm's length on the morning table, and the S22 and expressway characters come into focus as you lift it. Pour a strong brew and let the route marker keep you company on the road to the first cup of the day.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- China
- 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.