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Soyuz TM-29 (Soyuz Programme) Black Coffee Mug

Soyuz TM-29 (Soyuz Programme) Black Coffee Mug

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Soyuz TM-29 - Black Mug Design

This design is a flat vector shield patch that commemorates the Soyuz TM-29 mission and the crew who flew it to Mir.

Visual Elements & Composition

Blue dominates the patch at roughly 45 percent, with red, white, and yellow making up the rest of the palette and black used for the outline. The shield shape frames the whole scene, with the Mir space station and the Soyuz spacecraft set against planet Earth and a scatter of stars. Three flags, Russian, French, and Slovakian, sit across the composition. The text runs through the design in two languages: "СОЮЗ TM-29" appears in Cyrillic, "SPACE FACTS" is set in English, and the crew names Afanasyev, Haignere, and Bella are printed on the patch.

Meaning & Symbolism

Patches like this one were made for crews, so the shield format signals a mission badge rather than a decorative poster. The flags show that the crew was international, and the station and spacecraft show the Mir and Soyuz hardware that linked those nations in orbit. Stamped with the mission designation and the names of its crew, the artwork records a specific chapter of late-twentieth-century space flight in the modern, informative style of an official emblem.

On the Black Mug

A mug is turned in the hand as it is drunk from, so the patch rotates into view one section at a time. The shield gives the design a clear top edge to read first, and the crew names and flags come round as the cup moves. Pick it up on a cold morning and the Mir station and the Earth below pass across the handle side in turn, which suits a mission patch that was always meant to be looked at up close.

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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.