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Soyuz TM-5 (Soyuz Programme) Black Coffee Mug

Soyuz TM-5 (Soyuz Programme) Black Coffee Mug

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Soyuz TM-5 - Black Mug Design

This design is a commemorative tribute to the Soyuz TM-5 mission, set against a bright sky-blue field with the mission designation at its centre.

Visual Elements & Composition

Sky blue fills most of the image, with crimson, navy and white layered over it in smaller blocks. A dark wood tone appears only as a faint accent. The composition is built from rhombus and rectangular shapes, which give it a clean, structured, almost archival look. Three male astronauts are pictured, and a Soviet mission patch and state emblem anchor the lower areas. Stars and flags sit around the edges. The text reads 1988 and SPACE FACTS, so the year and the mission's documentary purpose are stated plainly.

Meaning & Symbolism

The Soyuz programme was the Soviet Union's workhorse of crewed spaceflight, and the TM series carried crews to the Mir space station. The mission patch, the state emblem and the flags tie the artwork to that national effort, while the astronauts represent the crews who carried it out. The 1980s styling reflects the era, when the Cold War space race was at its most public. The design treats TM-5 as a milestone to be recorded rather than a story to be dramatised, which is why it reads as a document as much as an image.

Made for the Hand

A mug is turned in the hand and read from the side as it is lifted, so the artwork is seen in pieces: the patch, then the astronauts, then the year. Each turn brings another part of the mission into view. Hold it with your morning coffee and the sky-blue field becomes the first thing you see, with the Soviet crest and the 1988 date following close behind. It is a good companion for anyone who likes their history with a hot 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.