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Unidentified Soldier In Union Cavalry Uniform With Cavalry Saber Next To Table With Cavalry Company D Hardee Hat (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Unidentified Soldier In Union Cavalry Uniform With Cavalry Saber Next To Table With Cavalry Company D Hardee Hat (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Unidentified Soldier In Union Cavalry Uniform With Cavalry Saber Next To Table With Cavalry Company D Hardee Hat (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

A bearded Union cavalryman stands in a grey military jacket, his sabre hanging at his hip, beside a draped table that holds his regiment's hat.

Visual Elements & Composition

Slate grey dominates the picture, taking up roughly three-tenths of its surface, with pale grey softening the background and charcoal deepening the shadows. Antique gold appears in the trim and the ornate oval gilt frame, which draws the eye inward to the figure. The soldier is set upright and centred, the sabre a clean diagonal at his side, while the table and its hat sit low in the frame as a quiet counterweight. The palette is restrained, with only a faint dusky rose warming the edges, so the composition reads as a formal portrait rather than a scene of action.

Meaning & Symbolism

The cavalry sabre and the Hardee hat are the two objects that define the wearer. The sabre stands for the mounted arm that carried Union horsemen through the American Civil War, while the hat, identified by its Company D insignia, marks the individual soldier's unit and daily service. The soldier himself remains unnamed, which makes the picture a representative one: it honours the ordinary cavalrymen of the 1860s rather than a single commander. The oval frame and sepia-toned formality place the image firmly in its era, as a keepsake of the period's military heritage.

Made for Lovers of Military History

A mug is turned in the hand and read at close range, so the oval frame wraps naturally around the curve of the ceramic as you lift it. The soldier stands at the eye level of anyone holding a cup, with his sabre and hat presented to every morning's first sip. It makes a warm, slightly cheeky gift for the history buff who already has opinions about the Civil War, and it keeps that heritage within easy reach on the desk.

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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.