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Unidentified Soldier In Union Uniform And U.S. Belt Buckle With Pistol Holding Hand-Drawn Map Of Virginia (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Unidentified Soldier In Union Uniform And U.S. Belt Buckle With Pistol Holding Hand-Drawn Map Of Virginia (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Unidentified Soldier In Union Uniform And U.S. Belt Buckle With Pistol Holding Hand-Drawn Map Of Virginia (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design shows a Union soldier of the American Civil War, rendered as a monochrome tintype-style portrait with a sidearm at his side and a hand-drawn map of Virginia in his grasp.

Visual Elements & Composition

Dark grey and pale grey dominate the image, with antique gold picking out the belt buckle and a dusky red and pale cream giving the print its aged warmth. The soldier, a bearded figure in a kepi, sits at the centre of a rounded-corner rectangle framed like a period cased photograph, so the eye lands on his face and then travels down to the map. The one piece of lettering is the word "Virginia" on the paper he holds.

Meaning & Symbolism

The regulation uniform and the U.S. belt buckle mark his allegiance to the North, while the pistol suggests command or scouting duties. The hand-drawn map stands for the importance of terrain and reconnaissance in a war fought across Virginia, which was one of the most contested battlegrounds of the 1861 to 1865 conflict. Because the soldier is unidentified, he works as an everyman figure for the countless infantrymen and scouts who shaped the war's outcome.

Holding a Campaign in Your Hands

A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the portrait rotates past the eye in a way a flat print never does. Each turn brings the soldier's face, then the map, then the buckle, much like a field map unfolded one section at a time. Set beside a morning coffee, the image becomes a small, close-up piece of military history that you read a little more with every sip.

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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.