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Turkish Passport (Special) - Black Coffee Mug

Turkish Passport (Special) - Black Coffee Mug

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Turkish Passport (Special) - Black Mug Design

This design reproduces the cover of a Turkish special passport, rendered as a flat, modern vector emblem of an official travel document.

Visual Elements & Composition

Dark forest green covers most of the rectangle, with muted gold picking out the emblem and lettering. The layout is restrained and symmetrical. A crescent moon and five-pointed star sit at the centre of the composition, flanked by stylised tulips. The text is set in clean, evenly spaced lines: TÜRKİYE CUMHURİYETİ and REPUBLIC OF TÜRKİYE above, HUSUSİ PASAPORT and SPECIAL PASSPORT below. Nothing competes for attention, so the eye lands on the emblem first and reads the words second.

Meaning & Symbolism

The crescent and star are among the most recognised national symbols of the Republic of Turkey, and they anchor the passport as an instrument of the state. The tulips add a softer, cultural note. A Turkish passport is definitive proof of nationality, and it grants its holder visa-free or visa-based entry depending on agreements between Turkey and other countries. Special passports are a distinct category within that system, which is why the cover announces its status in both Turkish and English. The design is modern in its execution but carries an official, nationalist seriousness about identity and borders.

Turning It in Your Hands

A mug is a shape you turn, and this emblem rewards turning. The dark green field keeps the cover's sober tone, while the gold crescent and star come round into view one at a time as you rotate the cup. The printed lettering wraps around the curve of the body, so the two title lines read like the spine of a passport held up to the light. It makes a good companion for a long-haul morning, or for anyone who has ever stood in an airport queue clutching a small blue booklet and dreaming of the next trip.

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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.