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About this design
SP-866
SP-866 (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This artwork reproduces a pentagonal state route marker bearing the designation SP 866, the kind of sign that guides drivers along a road in Brazil.
Visual Elements & Composition
Flat white dominates the design, filling most of the field, while black appears as a pentagonal outline with a fine inner border and the lettering. The shape is the signature of the marker: a pentagon with its point at the top, pared back to two colours and no ornament. The letters SP sit above the numerals 866, set in bold black capitals that read clearly at a glance. Nothing competes with the sign, so the eye goes straight to the route number.
Meaning & Symbolism
The lettering is a code. SP is the abbreviation for São Paulo, Brazil's most populous state, and the number identifies one of its state highways. Brazilian state route markers like this one are functional signs, built to be read quickly from a moving car, and the design carries that purpose into a quieter, decorative setting. It celebrates the everyday infrastructure of a region rather than a monument or a legend, which gives the piece an honest, grounded character.
Turning the Sign in Your Hands
A mug is turned as you drink, so the pentagon never appears all at once. The route number comes into view as the mug rotates, then the white field passes under your thumb and the outline closes again on the far side. Coffee and tea drinkers will recognise that small ritual, and the sign suits anyone who spends a morning planning a drive or thinking about the roads they have already taken. It makes a thoughtful gift for a traveller or for someone with a link to São Paulo.
- 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.