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Soyuz TM-16 (Soyuz Programme) Black Coffee Mug

Soyuz TM-16 (Soyuz Programme) Black Coffee Mug

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Soyuz TM-16 - Black Mug Design

This design is a circular mission badge for the Soyuz TM-16 flight, drawn as a flat vector emblem with a rocket climbing away from a mountain ridge.

Visual Elements & Composition

The badge is built around a single circle. White dominates, taking up close to half the field, with black providing the deep ground that makes the central motif read clearly. Red, blue and orange appear in small, deliberate amounts, enough to suggest a national flag and a sense of sky and flame without crowding the layout. A rocket lifts off at the centre, backed by stars and a mountain silhouette. The lettering is the strongest structural element: the Cyrillic "СОЮЗ TM 16" sits across the badge as the mission name, with "МИР" marking the station it served, and the two crew names, Г. Манаков and А. Полещук, set beneath.

Meaning & Symbolism

Mission patches like this one were the way a crew announced itself, so the emblem works as an identity card for the flight rather than a decorative picture. The rocket stands for the Soyuz launch vehicle and the programme that has flown crews to orbit for decades. The Russian tricolour and the name of Mir tie the badge to its moment: the 1995 flight to the Mir station, one of the long orbital stays that shaped what we know about living in space. The flat, bold styling is typical of 1990s graphic work, and it gives the badge the straightforward, informative tone of an official record.

Built for the Hand

A mug is turned slowly in the hands, and a badge like this reveals itself in that turning. The circle is a natural fit for a rounded surface: as the mug rotates, the rocket travels around the curve and the crew names come into view in sequence, the way a patch is read when it is passed around. Held close, the lettering stays crisp at arm's length, so the details of the mission can be read over a morning cup.

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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.