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SP-546

SP-546

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About this design

SP-546

SP-546 (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug

SP-546 takes the form of a road route marker: a white pentagon outlined on black, carrying the black route number 546 with the SP prefix beside it.

Visual Elements & Composition

The design is flat and graphic, with white dominating roughly four-fifths of the field and black supplying the rest. The pentagonal outline is the strongest shape, set squarely in the frame and holding everything within it. Inside, the numerals 546 sit large and bold, with SP as a smaller prefix. Nothing decorative intrudes. The layout is pared back to shape, contrast and number, the way signage has to be read at a glance.

Meaning & Symbolism

The marker belongs to São Paulo state's highway network, where SP-prefixed routes are numbered to guide drivers across the region. Its meaning is practical: a sign that tells you where you are and which road you are on. Road markers of this kind are a modern, utilitarian visual language, and this piece carries that language into a Brazilian theme, celebrating the everyday infrastructure that moves people through the country's largest state.

Turning the Route in Your Hand

A mug is a small, close-held surface, turned by the hand as it is lifted and set down. The pentagon wraps around the cup, so the route number comes into view as you rotate it, one stretch of road at a time. Morning coffee, a wander between destinations, a gift for someone who never stops driving: this design is a fitting companion to all of it, and the black ground makes the white marker stand out against your cup.

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.