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Somaliland Service Passport - Black Coffee Mug

Somaliland Service Passport - Black Coffee Mug

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Somaliland Service Passport - Black Coffee Mug Design

This design reproduces the cover of an official Somaliland service passport, rendered as a flat vector emblem in dark green and gold.

Visual Elements & Composition

Dark green fills most of the surface, with gold reserved for the linework and emblem details. A circular badge sits at the centre of a rectangular document frame, and an eagle, scales of justice, a handshake and a laurel wreath are arranged within it. The lettering is set in two scripts: English across the top and bottom reads JAMHUURIYADDA SOOMALILAND, REPUBLIC OF SOMALILAND and SERVICE PASSPORT, while Arabic calligraphy carries the Somali-language title BAASABOOR, the phrase جواز السفر الخاص and the opening line بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم.

Meaning & Symbolism

Each figure carries a civic meaning. The eagle signals sovereignty, the scales stand for justice, the handshake for agreement between citizens and the state, and the laurel wreath for honour and service. The bismillah opens the document in the manner of many official Islamic-influenced documents across the region. Somaliland declared independence from Somalia in 1991 and has governed itself since, although no UN member state formally recognises it, so this passport is a record of a self-governing identity that the wider world has not yet agreed to name. The modern flat style gives the emblem a crisp, contemporary finish.

Turning the Design in Hand

A mug is a surface you turn rather than look at straight on. As the cup rotates, the circular badge comes into view in one half-turn and the Arabic lines and the wreath in the next, so the passport reads as a sequence of details instead of a single frame. Gift it to someone who collects documents, keeps a passport drawer, or simply likes a design that rewards a second look over the first cup of coffee in the morning.

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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.

  1. Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
  2. Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
  3. 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.