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About this design
SP-882
SP-882 (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This piece takes the form of a pentagonal route shield, the kind of marker that guides drivers along a highway, and it bears the code SP 882 in its centre.
Visual Elements & Composition
The design is built from two colours only: a field of white covering roughly seventy per cent of the artwork, with black taking the rest. The pentagon sits at the heart of the composition, outlined by a fine inner border that echoes its edges. The letters SP and the numerals 882 are set boldly within it, so the eye reads the code first and the shape second. Flat vector shapes, no shading, no ornament: the layout is spare and deliberate.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route shields are a language of navigation, and this one speaks it fluently. The “SP” prefix is the abbreviation for the state of São Paulo, Brazil, which makes the piece a nod to the country’s road network and to the everyday way its places are identified and found. Read as a modern transportation emblem, it celebrates the quiet poetry of signage: a small, clear marker that tells you exactly where you are headed. The design belongs to the store’s own SP series, and its name establishes Brazil as its subject.
Made for the Mug in Your Hands
A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so a shield-shaped emblem works well here: the pentagon can be followed around the curve as you rotate it, and the numerals come back into view with every sip. It is a gift for the traveller who has driven a few Brazilian highways, or for anyone who likes their morning coffee with a little road-trip energy. Pour, turn, and let the route shield guide the way to the next cup.
- 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.