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Soyuz TMA-03M (Soyuz Programme) Black Coffee Mug

Soyuz TMA-03M (Soyuz Programme) Black Coffee Mug

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Soyuz TMA-03M - Black Mug Design

This photographic design captures the crew of the Soyuz TMA-03M mission, with the mission name set out in bold lettering across the scene.

Visual Elements & Composition

White dominates the frame, taking up close to half of the image, with navy blue, red and black carrying the rest. Silver accents add a metallic edge. The layout is a rectangular group portrait: astronauts in pressure suits stand together, with the United States, Russian and Dutch flags visible behind them. The mission designation TMA and the Cyrillic СОЮЗ (Soyuz) and РОССИЯ (Russia) sit alongside the crew names, D. Pettit, A. Pettit, O. Kononenko, Andre Kuipers and the ESA emblem. The text is crisp and reads as a clean, official record.

Meaning & Symbolism

The design is a tribute to international partnership in human spaceflight. Three national flags and an ESA credit show a crew drawn from different space agencies working as one team, which is what the Soyuz programme has depended on for decades. The mission identifier stands for a specific flight in that long-running series, so the artwork records a particular moment in orbital history rather than space travel in general. It suits anyone who values the technical naming of missions and the people who fly them.

On the Black Mug

A mug is turned in the hand as it is drunk from, so the crew photograph rotates past the eye in pieces, with the flags and names appearing one after another. The handle side becomes the quiet part of the design, leaving the group portrait to face the drinker across the table. Printed on a black base, the white and silver of the suits stand out most clearly, giving the crew a bright presence every time the mug is lifted.

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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.