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About this design
SP-202
SP-202 (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design reproduces a pentagonal route marker, the kind of shield that guides drivers along a state highway, with the letters SP over the number 202.
Visual Elements & Composition
The sign is built from flat, hard-edged shapes. A white pentagon fills most of the field, and a thin black border runs just inside its outline, so the badge reads clearly at a glance. The black and white are close to equal in weight, with white taking roughly four-fifths of the area. The two-line lettering is set bold and centred, with nothing else competing for attention. The result is minimalist and utilitarian: no ornament, no background scene, only the marker itself.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route markers exist to be read quickly from a moving vehicle, and this design keeps that purpose intact. The SP code identifies São Paulo, Brazil's most populous state, and the three-digit number places the road within the state's highway network. Shield-shaped markers of this kind are a familiar part of the everyday landscape, which gives the piece its modern, graphic character. The artwork brings a piece of Brazilian road infrastructure into a domestic setting, turning a functional sign into a quiet emblem of place.
Turned in the Hand
A mug is held and turned, so the badge sits where the eye lands as the cup is lifted, with the handle on one side and the design facing outward. Because the pentagon is flat and central, the composition holds its shape as the mug rotates, and the black border frames the lettering from every angle. It makes a playful, cheeky gift for someone who likes their coffee with a little road-trip attitude.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Brazil
- Printed
- 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.
- Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
- Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
- 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.