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USA - Alaska (1975) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

USA - Alaska (1975) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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USA - Alaska (1975) - Black Mug Design

This design is a 1975 map of Alaska, printed as a single, unbroken view of the state's outline, coastline and interior.

Visual Elements & Composition

The state fills the composition. Its irregular coastline dominates, with the long panhandle running down the eastern edge and the Alaska Peninsula reaching southwest toward the Aleutian chain, which trails off in a scatter of islands. Linework carries most of the image, with place names and survey-style lettering set into the land and water. Nothing competes with the geography, so the eye moves from the mainland out to the islands and back again.

Meaning & Symbolism

A map of this period is a record of how the United States saw its largest state in the mid-1970s. Alaska had become the 49th state in 1959, and by 1975 its vast, sparsely settled territory was still being charted, named and explained to the rest of the country. Maps like this one were both navigation tools and statements of ownership, placing a remote frontier firmly within the national picture. The design is also a quiet homage to the cartographic tradition that treated a coastline as a story of exploration.

Handled Every Day

A mug is turned in the hand, so the map reveals itself in pieces. Hold it by the handle and the panhandle comes into view first, then the peninsula and islands roll round as you rotate it. The design is continuous around the body, so the state never appears cut off, only partly seen, which suits a place that is always easier to picture than to visit. It is a good companion for a slow morning, or for anyone who has ever traced a route with a fingertip across a wall map and wondered what lies past the edge of the page.

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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.