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  • Unidentified Soldier in Union Artillery Uniform With Red Piping Holding Sword (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Unidentified Soldier in Union Artillery Uniform With Red Piping Holding Sword (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Unidentified Soldier in Union Artillery Uniform With Red Piping Holding Sword (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Unidentified Soldier in Union Artillery Uniform With Red Piping Holding Sword (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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Unidentified Soldier in Union Artillery Uniform With Red Piping Holding Sword (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Unidentified Soldier in Union Artillery Uniform With Red Piping Holding Sword (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Unidentified Soldier in Union Artillery Uniform with Red Piping Holding Sword - Color Changing Mug Design

This historical design presents a Union artilleryman in full uniform, standing with a sword held at his side in the manner of a formal military portrait.

Visual Elements & Composition

The soldier fills the frame as a single, upright figure, and his uniform dominates the artwork. The dark wool of the coat is set off by red piping along its edges, the detail that marks the wearer as part of the artillery. The sword is the one accent that breaks the uniform's line, giving the composition a clear vertical and a note of ceremony. Nothing competes with the figure, so the eye moves from the face to the uniform to the blade without distraction.

Meaning & Symbolism

Red piping was the colour of the artillery branch in the Union army during the American Civil War, so the trim tells the viewer exactly which service the man belonged to. The sword recalls the officer's and soldier's formal bearing of the nineteenth century, when a blade still carried weight in military life. The portrait style places the subject in the tradition of the period's carte de visite and studio photography, where ordinary soldiers were recorded in their uniforms for families at home. The soldier himself remains unnamed, which makes him representative of the many men who served in the artillery during the war.

Made for the Morning Ritual

A mug is turned in the hand and seen from every side, so the soldier moves with you as you lift it, with the uniform and sword wrapping around the curve of the cup. The design is revealed as the coffee warms the mug, so the portrait appears gradually, as if coming out of the period's old photographs into the light of your morning. It is a quiet conversation piece for a desk or kitchen counter, and a sharp choice for anyone who keeps an interest in Civil War history close at hand.

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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.