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About this design
SP-506
SP-506 (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design is a flat, modern route marker: a pentagon-bordered road sign carrying the black numerals 506 beneath the letters SP, set against a field of white.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the composition, covering the bulk of the surface, while black supplies the border and the bold lettering. The pentagonal outline sits at the centre of the layout and frames the mark with no ornament around it. The two elements do all the work: the prefix SP on one line of the sign and the route number 506 below it, both rendered in clean, uncluttered strokes. Nothing competes with the numerals, so the eye lands on them first.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route markers like this one are the quiet navigators of the road network. The SP prefix identifies the state of São Paulo, and 506 is the route number that tells a driver which road they are on. Reduced to black and white, the sign borrows the language of official roadside signage, which makes it a fitting nod to Brazil's geography and the journeys that cross it. The design is an independent homage to that tradition, not a reproduction issued by any authority.
Made for the Hands Around Your Coffee
A mug is turned in the hand as it is drunk from, so the sign reveals itself in pieces: the pentagon edge on one side, the SP and 506 as you rotate it toward you. Because the sign is a directional marker, it reads best head-on, which means the mug's handle side becomes the place to pause and face the route. Every cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate turns the road into a small, familiar ritual, and a warm gift for a traveller who never quite stops moving.
- 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.