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Unidentified Private In Confederate Uniform And Georgia Frame Buckle With Bayoneted Musket (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Unidentified Private In Confederate Uniform And Georgia Frame Buckle With Bayoneted Musket (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Unidentified Private In Confederate Uniform And Georgia Frame Buckle With Bayoneted Musket (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design presents an unidentified private in Confederate uniform as a formal portrait, framed in the manner of a 1860s tintype.

Visual Elements & Composition

The soldier stands upright at the centre of the frame in a dark military-style uniform and forage cap, with his rifle carried at his side. The palette is muted: warm grey covers most of the image, antique gold picks out the Georgia frame buckle and the case, and dark navy grey and dark leather brown give the uniform and equipment their weight. A touch of pale rose velvet sits at the edges. The figure is set inside a rounded-corner oval mat and a rectangular, gilt-embossed case, so the picture reads like an object kept in a cabinet rather than a loose print.

Meaning & Symbolism

The Georgia frame buckle is the key identifier in the picture. It ties the soldier to a regional association within the Confederate army during the American Civil War. The bayoneted musket stands for the standard infantry equipment of the period and the weapon that shaped the common soldier's service. Because the portrait focuses on an ordinary private rather than an officer, it works as a study of mid-nineteenth-century military attire, and its plain, documentary approach gives it a quiet honesty.

On the Mug

A mug is turned in the hand and studied at close range, so the private's gaze lines up with yours each time you lift the cup. The buckle and musket come into view as the mug rotates, rewarding a slow look over a morning coffee. For the history enthusiast on your list, it makes a warm, slightly cheeky conversation starter at the breakfast table.

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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.