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About this design
SP-890
SP-890 (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design takes the form of a Brazilian road route marker, reduced to its essentials: a pentagon shield carrying the code SP 890.
Visual Elements & Composition
The composition is built on a strict black and white palette, with black covering roughly a fifth of the surface and white the rest. A regular pentagon sits at the centre, edged by an inset border that repeats its outline. Inside, the letters SP stack above the route number 890, set in a clean, upright typeface. Nothing else competes for attention. The flat vector treatment keeps every edge crisp, so the shield reads clearly at a glance and the numerals hold their weight.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route markers are among the most recognisable pieces of everyday signage in Brazil. The SP prefix identifies the road network of the state of São Paulo, and the three-digit number places this route within that system. The pentagon shield is the familiar convention for a numbered highway, so the design speaks the language of the road before it speaks of the country. Brazil enters the work through that system of codes rather than through landscapes or symbols, which makes the piece a quiet, formal way of naming a place.
On the Black Mug
A mug is turned in the hand, so the shield never sits still. As the cup rotates, the pentagon is seen in fragments, the numerals drift in and out of view, and the white field brightens against the black. The design suits the mug's rounded body because it is a closed, self-contained shape that stays legible from every angle. Whoever holds it gets a small piece of road signage to look at over the morning coffee, and the object becomes a conversation starter for anyone who recognises the sign.
- 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.