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Unidentified Soldier From Co. B (Sunflower Dispersers), 3rd Mississippi Infantry Regiment In Uniform And Kepi With Letter W (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Unidentified Soldier From Co. B (Sunflower Dispersers), 3rd Mississippi Infantry Regiment In Uniform And Kepi With Letter W (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Unidentified Soldier From Co. B (Sunflower Dispersers), 3rd Mississippi Infantry Regiment In Uniform And Kepi With Letter W (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design turns a 1860s tintype into a formal portrait of an enlisted man from Company B, the Sunflower Dispersers of the 3rd Mississippi Infantry Regiment, shown in uniform and kepi.

Visual Elements & Composition

The soldier dominates the frame, seated in a double-breasted jacket with a row of white buttons and a star-shaped badge on his chest. His kepi carries a large letter W, the only text in the image and the detail the eye returns to first. The portrait sits inside a scalloped oval window, which is set within a rectangular gilt frame. The palette is restrained: gold takes up the largest share, balanced by soft grey and a muted dusky rose, with an eight-pointed star badge repeating the ornament of the case. The result reads as a photograph in a period keepsake box rather than a modern illustration.

Meaning & Symbolism

The gilt case and oval window were the conventions of the Civil War portrait, meant to present a face with dignity. The kepi letter and the company name identify the man's place within the regiment, which is the point of the piece. The Sunflower Dispersers nickname gives Company B its own identity inside the 3rd Mississippi, and the design keeps that unit story at the centre. An unnamed soldier, pictured plainly and without embellishment, stands for the many enlisted men whose service is recorded only in a regiment's roll.

Built for a Morning Cup

A mug is held and turned in the hand, so the portrait is seen in pieces as the cup moves, with the kepi and the W coming into view first. The oval window works on a curved surface because it reads as a single frame wrapped around the vessel. Lift it on a slow morning and the soldier faces you across the table, a quiet and slightly cheeky conversation starter for anyone who keeps a stack of history books beside the kettle.

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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.