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Unidentified Soldier In Union Uniform Holding Crutch And Cap (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Unidentified Soldier In Union Uniform Holding Crutch And Cap (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Unidentified Soldier In Union Uniform Holding Crutch And Cap (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design is a solemn 19th-century portrait of an unidentified Union soldier, wounded during the American Civil War and photographed in the formal style of the 1860s.

Visual Elements & Composition

The soldier sits within an oval portrait vignette, framed by a rectangular ornate case that gives the picture the weight of a family keepsake. His dark, buttoned military-style coat dominates the image, and he holds his cap in a steady, deliberate grip. The palette is restrained: near-black and dark slate give the scene its depth, pale grey lifts the figure, and antique gold and dusky pink warm the edges. Embossed American flags, a drum, a cannon and an eagle surround the portrait, and the words ONE UNION NOW AND FOREVER anchor the composition.

Meaning & Symbolism

The crutch marks the physical cost of the war, identifying the man as one of the many soldiers who came home from battle with injuries that changed their lives. The cap, held in the hand, was the standard dignified pose of the period, a formal acknowledgment of his service and his branch of the army. The photograph belongs to the Civil War era, between 1861 and 1865, and records a Northern fighter whose name was never preserved. That anonymity is part of its story: it stands for the thousands of individual soldiers whose sacrifices defined the national struggle.

Turning the Story in Your Hands

A mug is a thing you turn in your hand, and as you rotate it, the oval portrait comes into view and the ornate case frames it in turn. Each sip brings you back to the same quiet figure, seated and composed, with his cap and his crutch. It is a piece of history meant to be lived with daily, the kind of object that prompts a moment of reflection before the day begins.

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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.