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About this design
TW THWcy178
TW THWcy178 (Taiwan) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design borrows the language of a road sign to put Taiwan on the table, using a single bold route marker as its entire message.
Visual Elements & Composition
The artwork is a flat vector graphic built from just two colours, black and white, with white taking up most of the surface. A black rounded rectangle frames the composition, with a thinner rectangular border sitting inside it. At the centre sits the Chinese character 嘉, and beside it the route number 178, set in clean numerals that stay easy to read at a glance. The text TW and the identifier THWcy178 carry the rest of the message, with nothing decorative competing for attention.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route markers exist to be read quickly, and this design takes that purpose seriously. The shield-like frame, the route number and the regional character together signal navigation and place, the way a driver would encounter them on the island. The alphanumeric code THWcy178 marks the piece as part of a catalogued series of geographic designs, so each one reads as a point on a map. It is an independent reproduction of a Taiwan-themed sign, and the original artwork is the work of its Taiwanese designers.
Turning the Sign Into a Mug
A road sign is built to be glanced at, and a mug is the one object you look at for a few quiet minutes each morning. The frame wraps neatly around the body of the cup, so the character and route number sit straight on the front as you lift it, while the TW code turns into view when you rotate it in your hands. For the coffee drinker who likes a bit of place with their first cup, it is a small, cheeky way of saying where your heart is.
- 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.