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Unidentified Officer In Union Uniform With Sword (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Unidentified Officer In Union Uniform With Sword (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Unidentified Officer In Union Uniform With Sword (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design is a formal portrait of a young Union officer in dark dress uniform, sword held at his side, presented as a tintype in a gilt hinged case.

Visual Elements & Composition

The portrait is built around the officer, who sits within an oval vignette framed by a rectangular case. Navy dominates the background and the uniform, giving the figure a deep, formal presence. Gold appears in the frame and the trim, sepia warms the tintype's tones, and touches of oxblood add a quiet depth at the edges. The sword sits as a clear diagonal against the dark uniform, and the epaulettes catch the light at the shoulders. There is no text in the image, only the figure and its frame.

Meaning & Symbolism

The uniform and the sword are the story here. Epaulettes and a drawn sword signal rank and authority, and the hinged case recalls the way families kept portraits of soldiers close during the 1860s. Tintypes were quick, inexpensive photographs of the Civil War era, so the image carries the immediacy of a real moment rather than a painted ideal. The officer remains unnamed, which keeps attention on the formal bearing and the period dress that defined Union officers during the war.

On the Black Mug

A mug is turned in the hand, so the portrait never sits still. Each sip brings the officer around to face you, and the sword and gilt frame drift across the curve as you lift and set it down. The oval vignette sits well on the rounded wall, making the portrait feel like a keepsake you pick up each morning. It is a sharp, slightly cheeky way to start the day under the watch of a stern Union officer.

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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.