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SP-180

SP-180

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About this design

SP-180

SP-180 (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug

This design is a flat vector take on a São Paulo state highway route marker: a pentagon outline carrying the black numerals 180 under the letters SP.

Visual Elements & Composition

The artwork is almost entirely white and black, with black taking up about 14 percent of the frame and white the rest. A double-outlined pentagon sits at the centre, its inner and outer lines stepping in parallel like the border on a sign blank. Inside, the letters SP sit small above the bold numerals 180, so the number is what the eye lands on first. Nothing decorative competes with it. The layout is symmetrical and built for quick reading at a glance, which is exactly how a driver takes in a route marker.

Meaning & Symbolism

Route markers are a language of their own. The pentagon shape and the SP prefix tell you the road belongs to the state of São Paulo, and the number 180 identifies one specific route within its network. The design borrows that grammar of wayfinding and strips it to its essentials, so the sign becomes a small emblem of Brazilian road culture. Its modern, minimalist style matches the clean signage systems that now guide travellers across the state.

Designed for the Hand, Read From Every Side

A mug is turned in the hand, so the pentagon here does not stay put. As the cup rotates, the outline curves around the body and the numerals move through the view, which suits a sign built to be read from different angles. The bold 180 is large enough to catch the eye on the first turn, and the double outline keeps the shape legible as it wraps the curve. Hold it with your morning coffee and the road is always just in front of you.

Theme
Road Sign
Place
Brazil
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When you order it

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.