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Soyuz MS-08 (Soyuz Programme) Black Coffee Mug

Soyuz MS-08 (Soyuz Programme) Black Coffee Mug

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Soyuz MS-08 Mission Emblem - Black Mug Design

This is a mission emblem for Soyuz MS-08, one of the crewed flights of the Soyuz Programme, the Russian spaceflight line that has carried crews to orbit for decades.

Visual Elements & Composition

The print sits on a black field, so the artwork reads as a badge floating in dark space. Mission emblems of this kind are built around a single central motif, with the mission name and crew information set around its edge. The layout is deliberately simple: one focal image, clean lettering, and nothing competing for attention. That restraint is what makes a patch readable at arm's length, and it carries over well to a printed surface.

Meaning & Symbolism

Soyuz mission patches traditionally carry the spacecraft's identity, the crew's shared purpose, and a nod to the people who fly these missions. The Soyuz name itself means "union" in Russian, and the programme has become the most reliable route to the International Space Station for much of the last two decades. A patch like this one marks a single voyage within that long, continuous service, and it was designed for the crew who flew it and the teams who prepared them.

Made for the Mug

A mug is turned in the hand and seen from every side, so a mission patch suits it better than a flat wall print would. The emblem stays centred while the cup rotates, and the design reads clearly from the front while the rest of the wrap stays quiet. Every morning the coffee is poured, the patch is the first thing you see, a small reminder that someone, somewhere, was looking up.

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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.