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  • Two Unidentified Soldiers, Possibly Father and Son, in Union Uniforms and U.S. Belt Buckles With Bayoneted Muskets (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Two Unidentified Soldiers, Possibly Father and Son, in Union Uniforms and U.S. Belt Buckles With Bayoneted Muskets (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Two Unidentified Soldiers, Possibly Father and Son, in Union Uniforms and U.S. Belt Buckles With Bayoneted Muskets (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Two Unidentified Soldiers, Possibly Father and Son, in Union Uniforms and U.S. Belt Buckles With Bayoneted Muskets (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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Two Unidentified Soldiers, Possibly Father and Son, in Union Uniforms and U.S. Belt Buckles With Bayoneted Muskets (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Two Unidentified Soldiers, Possibly Father and Son, in Union Uniforms and U.S. Belt Buckles With Bayoneted Muskets (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Two Unidentified Soldiers, Possibly Father and Son, in Union Uniforms and U.S. Belt Buckles With Bayoneted Muskets - Color Morphing Mug Design

This historic photographic portrait shows two unidentified soldiers standing in Union uniforms, each holding a bayoneted musket.

Visual Elements & Composition

The two figures fill the frame together, their uniforms and U.S. belt buckles drawn in sharp detail. The muskets rise through the composition with their bayonets fixed, giving the image a straight, upright structure. Nothing is decorative for its own sake. The eye settles on the men's faces and the metal of their buckles, and then moves along the line of the weapons.

Meaning & Symbolism

The portrait comes from the American Civil War, when Union regiments were raised across the North and photographers recorded soldiers before they marched off. The belt buckles and uniforms identify the men as Union troops, and the bayoneted muskets mark them as ready for combat. The possible father-and-son pairing adds the theme of family and shared duty, a reminder that wars of this period were fought by neighbours, brothers and fathers together. The men are unnamed, which makes the picture as much about the many who served as about these two.

Made for a Mug Held in the Hand

A mug is turned slowly in the hands and seen from close range, so the figures wrap around the cup and appear one side at a time. The design is hidden when the mug is cold and comes up as warm liquid is poured in, so the soldiers emerge gradually, the way a memory surfaces. It is a quiet way to keep this portrait within reach during a morning cup of coffee.

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Color-changing ceramic mugs with a glossy finish, black exterior, and white interior. Available in one size: 11 oz (≈330 ml). Heat-reactive coating reveals your custom design when filled with hot liquid. BPA- and lead-free, with a comfortable C-handle.

This mug brings a playful twist to the daily coffee or tea ritual. At room temperature, it looks like a simple black mug with a glossy finish. But add a hot beverage, and your chosen design fades into view, showing vivid colors against the white interior.

The ceramic body is durable enough for repeated use, while the C-shaped handle balances comfort and grip. Printing uses sublimation techniques that fuse color into the heat-reactive surface for crisp results when the design appears.

  • Material: ceramic with glossy black exterior and white interior.
  • Size: one standard size, 11 oz (≈330 ml).
  • Finish: glossy glaze with heat-sensitive surface.
  • Printing: sublimation process produces crisp, vibrant colors.
  • Safety: BPA-free and lead-free, suitable for everyday drinks.
  • Effect: design is faintly visible when cold, fully revealed when hot.

Perfect as a novelty gift or a fun personal mug, the heat-reactive design makes coffee breaks more engaging. It works well for morning coffee, afternoon tea, or hot chocolate.

  1. Daily routine: fill with any hot beverage to reveal your chosen artwork.
  2. Gifting: the “magic” reveal makes it a memorable present for birthdays, holidays, or office exchanges.
  3. Office use: sparks conversation while still being practical for everyday drinks.

Note: for best results, avoid designs that rely heavily on deep black backgrounds, as they may blend with the mug’s surface when cold.

Unlike standard mugs, color-changing mugs require gentler care to preserve the heat-reactive coating. Hand-wash only — avoid the dishwasher and abrasive scrubbers, which can damage the finish and reduce the effect.

The mug is safe for short microwave use when heating liquids, but repeated high-heat cycles may shorten the lifespan of the coating. Always allow the mug to cool before washing.

Available in one classic size: 11 oz (approximately 330 ml). It’s large enough for most standard coffee makers and fits comfortably in most cabinets.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz
Height (in) 3.78
Diameter (in) 3.23
Diameter w/ handle (in) 4.76

Note: measurements are approximate; slight variations may occur due to manufacturing tolerances.