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About this design
Sichuan Expwy S57 sign with name
Sichuan Expwy S57 sign with name (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design is a flat, modern graphic of a Chinese provincial expressway route shield, reduced to the signage elements that tell a driver which road they are on.
Visual Elements & Composition
Green dominates the design, filling most of the field around a rounded-square route marker. White forms the border and lettering, with a band of yellow providing the contrast accent, and black appears only in small detail. The layout is strictly centred and symmetrical, with no decoration beyond the sign itself. The text is the story: the Chinese character 川 for Sichuan sits above the words 高速 (expressway), the route number S57 anchors the shield, and 城北出口高速 names the Chengbei exit.
Meaning & Symbolism
Each element carries a fixed meaning in the code of Chinese road signage. The S prefix marks the road as a provincial highway, known as Sheng-dao, while 57 identifies this specific route within the province's network. The sign follows the GB 5768 standard for road traffic signs and markings, which is why its colours, shape and typography are so consistent. Designed for clarity at speed, the marker reflects a wayfinding system built to be read in a glance.
Shaped for the Hand
A mug is turned in the hand as you drink, so the sign is seen in fragments: the route number on one side, the expressway name as the cup rotates. The shield's rounded corners and bold central numerals suit a surface that curves around you, and the green field reads as a solid block of colour from every angle. Keep it on your desk and this piece of Sichuan wayfinding becomes a small, cheerful reminder of how well the map of a place can be drawn.
- 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.