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SP-894

SP-894

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About this design

SP-894

SP-894 (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug

This design is a flat, minimalist portrait of a Brazilian road marker: a pentagonal route shield bearing the designation SP 894.

Visual Elements & Composition

White dominates the artwork, covering about three-quarters of the field, with black taking up the rest. The pentagonal badge sits centred and is framed by a double outline, giving it the crisp, engineered look of a sign. Inside, the black route designation reads SP above 894, set in a bold, evenly spaced form. Nothing else competes for attention. The vector treatment has no shading or texture, so every edge is clean and every line is deliberate.

Meaning & Symbolism

Route shields are the language of the road, telling drivers where they are and where a highway leads. The SP prefix identifies a highway in the state of São Paulo, Brazil's most populous state and home to one of the country's densest road networks. The number that follows places this route within that system. The design takes that everyday piece of signage, usually glimpsed at speed, and gives it the quiet dignity of a standalone emblem. It is a small, precise celebration of Brazilian infrastructure and the way a country organises its own movement.

Cradled in the Hand

A mug is a piece of design that gets turned, not just looked at. As you lift it and rotate it toward your mouth, the pentagon travels across your field of view, and the double outline catches the light at each turn. The C-shaped handle sits against the design's flat edges, so the shield stays readable on the side you face. It makes a thoughtful gift for a road-tripper, a Brazil enthusiast, or anyone who notices signs the way others notice art. Each morning's coffee becomes a quick, pleasant glance at one of Brazil's most recognisable pieces of road language.

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.