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Unidentified Soldier in Confederate Uniform and Round Hat With Baby Colt Dragoon Revolver and D-Guard Bowie Knife (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Unidentified Soldier in Confederate Uniform and Round Hat With Baby Colt Dragoon Revolver and D-Guard Bowie Knife (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Unidentified Soldier in Confederate Uniform and Round Hat With Baby Colt Dragoon Revolver and D-Guard Bowie Knife (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

This historical design presents a Confederate soldier in uniform and round hat, standing armed with a Baby Colt Dragoon revolver and a D-guard Bowie knife.

Visual Elements & Composition

The soldier fills the composition as a single, upright figure, with the uniform and headwear forming the main shapes. The revolver and the Bowie knife are placed as the secondary focus, so the eye moves from the man's dress to the weapons he carries. The palette is restrained and military, and the figure is drawn straight and direct, without decorative framing or added text.

Meaning & Symbolism

The image is a record of the personal kit of the American Civil War era. The Confederate uniform and round hat identify the wearer's side and period, while the Baby Colt Dragoon, a compact revolver, and the D-guard Bowie knife show the sidearms and edged weapons soldiers carried into the field. The figure is shown as a type rather than a named individual, which makes the piece a portrait of the soldier's equipment and the era it came from.

Why It Works on a Mug

A mug is turned in the hand, so the scene reveals itself gradually as the cup is rotated, with the soldier and his weapons passing across the curve in sequence. On this colour-changing piece, the artwork is only faintly visible when cold and emerges as a hot drink is poured in, so the soldier appears as the cup warms. It is a fitting gift for anyone who wants their history quietly brought out by a morning 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.