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Unidentified Soldier In Union Uniform And Company D Forage Cap With A Bayoneted Musket And Revolver (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Unidentified Soldier In Union Uniform And Company D Forage Cap With A Bayoneted Musket And Revolver (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Unidentified Soldier In Union Uniform And Company D Forage Cap With A Bayoneted Musket And Revolver (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design takes a tintype-era portrait of an anonymous Union soldier, standing in his kepi with a bayoneted musket and revolver ready at his side, and gives it a place on your morning mug.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is built around a single standing figure set in a tall rectangle, framed like an old photograph inside a scalloped oval and a gilt floral case. Pale grey and antique gold dominate the palette, softened by olive grey and deep brown, with a touch of rose red that keeps the monochrome sober. The soldier's forage cap, rifle with fixed bayonet, and leather waist belt are rendered with the stillness of a posed studio portrait, and nothing competes with him for attention.

Meaning & Symbolism

The forage cap, commonly called a kepi, was standard-issue headgear for many Union forces in the field, and the musket, bayonet and sidearm signal an infantryman equipped for combat or just back from it. Photographs like this one, dating from circa 1861 to 1865, preserve the lives of ordinary servicemen who fought for the United States during the nation's deepest division. The soldier's name and regiment are lost to the record, which is exactly what makes the image so moving: it stands for the thousands of anonymous men whose collective service decided the outcome of the Civil War.

Cradled in Your Hands

A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so this portrait is seen in pieces as you rotate it, the cap and rifle passing into view before the gilt frame comes round again. It is a quiet, close-up way to keep a piece of history company through a slow cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate, and a thoughtful pick for anyone who loves a story with a little weight behind it.

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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.