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Unidentified Soldier In Union Captain's Frock Coat And Officer's Sash With Sheathed Sword And Revolver (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Unidentified Soldier In Union Captain's Frock Coat And Officer's Sash With Sheathed Sword And Revolver (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Unidentified Soldier In Union Captain's Frock Coat And Officer's Sash With Sheathed Sword And Revolver (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design is a stately photographic portrait of an unidentified Union officer, standing in a captain's frock coat and officer's sash with his sheathed sword and revolver at hand.

Visual Elements & Composition

Charcoal black dominates the frame, giving the portrait a deep, sober ground. Antique gold and dusky taupe pick out the uniform and the ornamental case, while warm brown and muted grey soften the edges. The standing figure sits at the centre, with the brass-hilted sword and its tassel hanging at the hip drawing the eye down the length of the coat. The composition is built from rectangles and rounded-corner rectangles: a gilt inner mat set within a black embossed outer case, so the portrait reads like a framed object in its own right.

Meaning & Symbolism

The frock coat, sash and sword mark rank and service, the visual shorthand of a mid-nineteenth-century officer. Revolver and sabre together show the two faces of the 1860s army: the traditional cavalry blade and the newer sidearm that changed how officers fought. Photographs like this were often made to be kept and handed down, so the sitter's pose, dress and equipment were meant to project authority and sincerity. The 1860s setting places the image squarely within the American Civil War, and the Union uniform anchors it to that conflict.

Made for the Hand Around the Mug

A mug is turned in the hand and seen from every side, so the officer is never seen all at once. Each sip brings a new angle of the coat, the sash and the gleam of gilt, much like walking around a sculpture. Gift it to a history buff who keeps a morning ritual, or to someone who likes their Civil War story told in close, quiet detail.

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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.