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About this design
TW CHW114a
TW CHW114a (Taiwan) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design reproduces the route marker for County Highway 114-A, a branch road in Taiwan's county highway network, drawn as a clean roadside sign.
Visual Elements & Composition
White fills most of the design, about four-fifths of it, with black taking the rest. A rectangular sign with a rounded-corner black border frames the whole composition, and inside it sits the route number: the numerals 114 followed by the Chinese character 甲, set in bold black. Nothing else competes for attention. The flat vector treatment keeps the edges crisp, and the layout is centred and symmetrical, so the sign reads at a glance, the way it would from a moving car.
Meaning & Symbolism
Each part of the code carries a specific meaning. TW identifies Taiwan, CHW stands for County Highway (縣道), a recognised class of road in the island's network, and 114a names a subsidiary route branching from County Highway 114. The 甲 plays the role of the "a" suffix, marking the branch rather than the main road. Taiwan numbers its county highways between 101 and 205, and this marker shows how an administrative system becomes something a driver can read at a glance. The design originates from Taiwan's road signage, where it guides travellers approaching or travelling on the route.
Turning This Mug in Hand
A mug is turned in the hand with every sip, so this sign is seen in pieces: the 114 comes round first, then the 甲, then the border closing the loop. Each turn brings the route back into view, which suits a sign built to be read in passing. Give it to someone who spends their days on the road or who keeps a map open on the kitchen table, and the mug becomes a cheeky conversation starter about how Taiwan's roads are numbered.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Taiwan
- 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.