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  • USA - Manhattan (1990) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • USA - Manhattan (1990) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • USA - Manhattan (1990) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • USA - Manhattan (1990) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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USA - Manhattan (1990) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz

USA - Manhattan (1990) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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USA - Manhattan (1990) - Color Morphing Mug Design

This design is a street map of Manhattan, drawn as a dense, precise picture of the island as it stood in 1990.

Visual Elements & Composition

The island fills the wrap, its long, narrow shape running the length of the mug. Most of the surface is taken up by the street grid, with avenues cutting north to south and cross streets running east to west, so the eye moves along the lines much as it would across a real city. The surrounding waters and the rivers that frame the island give the composition its edges. Lettering and numbering mark the streets and neighbourhoods, and the layout keeps everything legible from a single viewing.

Meaning & Symbolism

A map of Manhattan is a map of a place that many people know by heart, and this one records the city at a particular moment, with its boundaries and routes fixed in time. The year in the title places the design in that era, and the pairing of a national label with a single borough makes the image both civic and personal. Maps like this have long served as keepsakes of home, of arrival, and of a city remembered as it was.

Turned in the Hand

A mug is held close and turned slowly, so the map is read in pieces rather than all at once. Each turn of the handle brings a new stretch of street into view, and the image only fully resolves when hot coffee or tea is poured in, when the hidden design surfaces across the cup. That reveal suits a map: you find your way in gradually, one block at a time, and the route becomes clear only as you go.

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Color-changing ceramic mugs with a glossy finish, black exterior, and white interior. Available in one size: 11 oz (≈330 ml). Heat-reactive coating reveals your custom design when filled with hot liquid. BPA- and lead-free, with a comfortable C-handle.

This mug brings a playful twist to the daily coffee or tea ritual. At room temperature, it looks like a simple black mug with a glossy finish. But add a hot beverage, and your chosen design fades into view, showing vivid colors against the white interior.

The ceramic body is durable enough for repeated use, while the C-shaped handle balances comfort and grip. Printing uses sublimation techniques that fuse color into the heat-reactive surface for crisp results when the design appears.

  • Material: ceramic with glossy black exterior and white interior.
  • Size: one standard size, 11 oz (≈330 ml).
  • Finish: glossy glaze with heat-sensitive surface.
  • Printing: sublimation process produces crisp, vibrant colors.
  • Safety: BPA-free and lead-free, suitable for everyday drinks.
  • Effect: design is faintly visible when cold, fully revealed when hot.

Perfect as a novelty gift or a fun personal mug, the heat-reactive design makes coffee breaks more engaging. It works well for morning coffee, afternoon tea, or hot chocolate.

  1. Daily routine: fill with any hot beverage to reveal your chosen artwork.
  2. Gifting: the “magic” reveal makes it a memorable present for birthdays, holidays, or office exchanges.
  3. Office use: sparks conversation while still being practical for everyday drinks.

Note: for best results, avoid designs that rely heavily on deep black backgrounds, as they may blend with the mug’s surface when cold.

Unlike standard mugs, color-changing mugs require gentler care to preserve the heat-reactive coating. Hand-wash only — avoid the dishwasher and abrasive scrubbers, which can damage the finish and reduce the effect.

The mug is safe for short microwave use when heating liquids, but repeated high-heat cycles may shorten the lifespan of the coating. Always allow the mug to cool before washing.

Available in one classic size: 11 oz (approximately 330 ml). It’s large enough for most standard coffee makers and fits comfortably in most cabinets.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz
Height (in) 3.78
Diameter (in) 3.23
Diameter w/ handle (in) 4.76

Note: measurements are approximate; slight variations may occur due to manufacturing tolerances.