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  • South America - Northwestern (1964) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • South America - Northwestern (1964) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • South America - Northwestern (1964) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • South America - Northwestern (1964) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • South America - Northwestern (1964) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • South America - Northwestern (1964) (Map) Black Coffee Mug-Go Mug Yourself
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South America - Northwestern (1964) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

South America - Northwestern (1964) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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South America - Northwestern (1964) - Black Mug Design

This design is a map of South America's northwestern reaches, drawn as it stood in 1964, with the continent's coastline, borders and place names laid out in fine linework.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map is the whole design. Its lines do the work: coastlines curve out into the Caribbean and Pacific, mountain ranges and river systems thread inland, and borders divide the territory into its national shapes. Place names and the 1964 date sit within the image as small, precise lettering, so the text reads as part of the cartography rather than a caption added on top. Set against a black ground, the pale linework reads like light on a dark field, and the eye moves from one region to the next the way it would across a printed chart.

Meaning & Symbolism

A map of this kind is a record of a moment. In 1964 these boundaries, names and routes were the working picture of the region, and the design preserves that snapshot of how people then charted the land. Maps also carry an idea of distance and connection: the northwest of a continent is a place of mountains, rivers and trade routes, and a single sheet pulls those far-flung places into one view. The date in the title anchors the piece to mid-century cartography.

Turned in the Hand

A mug is a thing you hold and turn, so the map is never seen all at once. As the cup rotates, coastlines slide past and inland regions come into view, and the handle sits on one side of the continent while the other side wraps round to meet it. It makes a good conversation piece for a morning coffee, a little cheeky for the map nerd in your life, and a warm way to give a traveller or a lover of old charts something to turn over while they drink.

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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.