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  • Unidentified Soldier in Confederate Artillery Jacket With Secession Badge and Artillery Forage Hat (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Unidentified Soldier in Confederate Artillery Jacket With Secession Badge and Artillery Forage Hat (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Unidentified Soldier in Confederate Artillery Jacket With Secession Badge and Artillery Forage Hat (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Unidentified Soldier in Confederate Artillery Jacket With Secession Badge and Artillery Forage Hat (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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Unidentified Soldier in Confederate Artillery Jacket With Secession Badge and Artillery Forage Hat (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Unidentified Soldier in Confederate Artillery Jacket With Secession Badge and Artillery Forage Hat (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Unidentified Soldier in Confederate Artillery Jacket with Secession Badge and Artillery Forage Hat - Color Morphing Mug Design

This design shows an unidentified soldier in the uniform of a Confederate artillery unit, set against the military dress of the American Civil War era.

Visual Elements & Composition

The figure is the whole subject. Nothing competes with the soldier's clothing and insignia: the artillery jacket, the secession badge worn on it, and the artillery forage hat that completes the outfit. Each element is shown clearly, so the eye moves from the hat to the badge to the jacket in turn. The composition is focused and uncluttered, built around the uniform rather than a scene or landscape.

Meaning & Symbolism

The Confederate artillery jacket marks the wearer as a member of the Confederate States Army during the 1861 to 1865 conflict. The secession badge is a direct statement of allegiance to the cause that led the Southern states to leave the Union. The artillery forage hat was a practical field cap of the period, worn by gunners and soldiers on campaign. Together these pieces record how a Confederate soldier dressed and what he declared with his dress. The identity of the man himself is not known, so the design speaks through his apparel rather than through a name.

Made for the Hand That Turns the Mug

A mug is turned in the hand, so the soldier is seen in pieces as the cup rotates, with the badge and hat coming round in sequence. The design is hidden when the mug is cold and comes up when a hot drink is poured in, so the uniform appears gradually, as the cup warms. That slow reveal suits a piece of military dress that was itself built up one layer at a time. Use it as a conversation starter for history lovers and collectors of Civil War material.

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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.