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About this design
Sichuan Expwy S57 sign no name
Sichuan Expwy S57 sign no name (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design is a flat, modern rendering of a Chinese provincial expressway route shield, the S57 marker for the Chengbei Exit Expressway in Sichuan Province.
Visual Elements & Composition
Green dominates the artwork, filling most of the frame as the body of a rounded rectangle. A yellow header band sits across the top, and the route designation S57 runs large in white letters across the centre. Small yellow characters on the header read 川 高 速, the Chinese words that name the expressway type. The layout is split into two clean horizontal bands, with no ornament beyond the lettering itself. Everything is set for quick reading at a glance.
Meaning & Symbolism
A route shield like this tells drivers which road they are on before any destination appears. The S57 number identifies the provincial expressway, and the characters 川高速 mark it as a Sichuan highway. The design follows the conventions of GB 5768, China's national standard for road traffic signs and markings, so every colour and proportion serves navigation. It is a faithful picture of how regional highways are identified across the province, drawn with the restraint of working signage.
Where the Shield Meets the Mug
A mug is held in the hand and turned slowly while you drink, so the shield never appears all at once. The S57 sits in the front panel and the yellow header wraps around the curve as the cup rotates, the way a road sign reveals itself from one angle and then the next. Pour in your first coffee of the morning and the route number becomes a small, cheeky reminder that every journey starts with knowing where you are.
- 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.