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About this design
TW THWtc6
TW THWtc6 (Taiwan) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design takes the look of a road sign and builds a single, confident emblem for Taiwan around the character 中 and the numeral 6.
Visual Elements & Composition
The palette is pure black and white, with white filling most of the field and black taking up the rest. A rounded rectangular border frames the whole composition, and inside it the Chinese character 中 sits in a stylized black form, large and centred. The numeral 6 is set beside it as a second, equally bold mark. Nothing is decorative. Every edge is clean, every shape is flat, and the layout reads at a glance, the way signage is meant to.
Meaning & Symbolism
The character 中 means "middle" or "centre," a word with deep roots in Chinese writing and a natural fit for a sign that marks a place. The "TW" in the title is the familiar code for Taiwan, and the THWtc6 identifier is the design's own label, the kind of reference used to keep a collection in order. Together, the border, the character and the numeral form a signpost for a specific island, speaking in the plain language of transport and navigation.
Made for the Hand
A mug is turned in the hand, so this sign is seen in passing, one side at a time. As the cup rotates, the framed character comes around to meet your eye, then slips away again, much like a sign glimpsed from a passing car. It makes a playful companion for a morning coffee, a cup of tea, or a late-night hot chocolate, and a cheeky little nudge toward anyone who has ever wanted to find their way back to Taiwan.
- 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.