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Unidentified Soldier In Union Uniform And Slouch Cap With Bayoneted Musket, Cap Box, Cartridge Box, And Bayonet Scabbard (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Unidentified Soldier In Union Uniform And Slouch Cap With Bayoneted Musket, Cap Box, Cartridge Box, And Bayonet Scabbard (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Unidentified Soldier In Union Uniform And Slouch Cap With Bayoneted Musket, Cap Box, Cartridge Box, And Bayonet Scabbard (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design is a monochrome tintype-style portrait of a standing Union infantryman from the American Civil War, rifle and bayonet held upright beside him.

Visual Elements & Composition

Slate grey dominates the image, with the soldier's dark uniform sinking into deep olive and green-grey shadows. Antique gold tones catch the metal and brass details, while a faint dusty pink softens the edges. The figure stands centred within a rounded-corner rectangle, framed like a cased portrait, so the eye travels from the slouch cap down the length of the musket. The cap box, cartridge box and bayonet scabbard are arranged around him as a deliberate inventory of his kit.

Meaning & Symbolism

Every object in the picture tells you what the man carried into battle. The slouch cap replaced the stiffer regulation headgear, a sign of practical field life over parade-ground formality. The bayoneted musket stands for the standard infantry readiness of the 1860s, and the cap and cartridge boxes show the weight of ammunition a soldier hauled on every march. The camera never recorded his name, so he stands in for the thousands of ordinary infantrymen who made up the bulk of the Union army between 1861 and 1865.

Why It Suits a Black Mug

A mug is turned in the hand, and this portrait rewards that slow turning. The soldier's figure sits on the front while the tintype's dark ground wraps around the curve, so the image reads as a single held object rather than a flat print. Pour a morning brew and the scene becomes a quiet companion to the first cup of the day, a small, steady reminder of a history that deserves more than a glance.

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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.