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Soyuz TM-13 (Soyuz Programme) Black Coffee Mug

Soyuz TM-13 (Soyuz Programme) Black Coffee Mug

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Soyuz TM-13 - Black Mug Design

This design is a flat, vector-style mission patch commemorating the Soyuz TM-13 flight, drawn in the bold graphic language of the early 1990s.

Visual Elements & Composition

White dominates the artwork, taking up most of the field and giving the patch a clean, printed look. Red, black and a touch of sky blue make up the rest. The layout is built on simple geometry: a diamond and a rectangle frame the composition, and the lettering sits within them. The text reads AUSTRO, MIR 91 and JCR, set in crisp capitals that anchor the design. A stylised planet Earth, a spacecraft and an arrow thread the eye across the patch, moving from the mission's origin toward its destination. A Soviet flag appears among the elements, placing the design firmly in its historical setting.

Meaning & Symbolism

Patches like this one were issued to crews and their supporters to mark a mission, and this design carries that tradition forward. The Soyuz TM-13 flight launched in 1991 to the Mir space station as part of the Austromir 91 collaboration, which carried the first Austrian into orbit. The planet, the spacecraft and the arrow stand for the journey itself, from Earth to orbit and onward to the station. The Soviet flag and the Austrian connection point to a moment of international cooperation at the close of the Cold War, when space was becoming a shared endeavour.

Made for the Mug in Hand

A mug is turned slowly in the hands, so the patch reveals itself in stages. The planet comes into view first, then the spacecraft and the lettering as the cup rotates. Each turn brings a different part of the mission story to the front, making the mug a small, personal way to keep a piece of space history close at hand. It suits a morning ritual, a desk, or a gift for someone who has followed the story of human spaceflight since the days when these patches were new.

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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.