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About this design
SP-314
SP-314 (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design is a flat, minimalist route marker: a black-bordered pentagon carrying the route number SP 314, the way a Brazilian state highway is signed on the road.
Visual Elements & Composition
White fills most of the frame, roughly three-quarters of the field, with black taking the rest in a bold pentagonal border and an inner border that echoes its outline. The shape sits centred and unfussy, with no background scenery or decoration around it. The letters SP sit above the numerals 314, set in clean, high-contrast black type that reads at a glance. Nothing competes with the badge, so the eye goes straight to the code.
Meaning & Symbolism
SP-314 is a real route designation in Brazil, where the letters SP mark São Paulo state and the number identifies this particular highway. The pentagon is the visual language of that signage system, so the design carries the navigational identity of a road rather than a picture of one. It is a modern, transport-focused piece that speaks to Brazil through its infrastructure, the everyday markers that guide drivers across the country. For anyone who has travelled that road, or who simply loves the graphic clarity of road signs, the badge holds a whole journey in a few characters.
Why It Suits the Black Mug
A mug is turned in the hand, so the route marker rotates past your eye with each sip, and the pentagon's sharp corners register as you lift and set it down. The strong black border reads clearly against the white field whichever way the handle faces. Give it to a road-trip lover, a fan of Brazilian design, or someone who collects things with a story behind them, and let the mug start the conversation.
- 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.
- 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.