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Unidentified Soldier In Union Frock Coat And Havelock Hat Combination With Bayoneted Model 1842 Musket, Knife, And Colt Revolver (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Unidentified Soldier In Union Frock Coat And Havelock Hat Combination With Bayoneted Model 1842 Musket, Knife, And Colt Revolver (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Unidentified Soldier In Union Frock Coat And Havelock Hat Combination With Bayoneted Model 1842 Musket, Knife, And Colt Revolver (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This is a documentary portrait of a Union soldier, standing in his frock coat and havelock hat and armed with a bayoneted Model 1842 musket, a knife, and a Colt revolver.

Visual Elements & Composition

The soldier dominates the picture. His grey uniform and the pale grey backdrop sit close in tone, so the eye settles on the figure and the gear he carries rather than on the setting. Antique gold provides the warm frame: an embossed gilt case with an oval opening, decorated with US flags, a sailing ship, and an artillery wheel. Near-black accents in the weapons and hat add the sharpest contrast. Lettering on the frame reads CONSTITUTION and AND UNION, which anchors the image in its patriotic framing. The look is that of a tintype photograph, with a flat, direct, formal stillness.

Meaning & Symbolism

The combination of long arm and sidearm was a familiar sight in the 1860s, when soldiers on both sides carried layered loadouts into the field. The havelock cover shading the neck and the standard frock coat record the everyday uniform of the Union army. The framing devices, with flags, a ship, and artillery, speak to the Union cause and the branches of service that fought for it. Together they turn a single anonymous soldier into a representative of an entire war.

On the Black Mug

A mug is turned in the hand, so the portrait reveals itself in stages: the frame and its lettering first, then the soldier, then the weapons as the cup rotates. It makes a fitting gift for a history reader who likes a bit of cheek with their morning brew, and the Civil War details give the coffee break something worth studying.

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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.