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USA - The United States (1968) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

USA - The United States (1968) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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USA - The United States (1968) Design

This design is a map of the United States as it stood in 1968, printed across the full wrap of the mug in a single, uninterrupted view of the country.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map fills the surface and dominates everything else. Its outline of the continental states sits at the centre of the composition, with the boundaries between states drawn as fine lines that read clearly at close range. Because the print is set against a black ground, the country reads as a bright, graphic shape rather than a sheet of paper. The map is the only element, so the eye settles on the shape of the nation and the lines that divide it.

Meaning & Symbolism

A map dated 1968 is a snapshot of a particular moment. By that year the United States had its full fifty states, Alaska and Hawaii included, so the design records a complete national picture from the late 1960s. Maps like this were everyday objects in classrooms, offices and family homes, which gives the design a quiet nostalgia. It speaks of a time when the country was learned from printed pages and studied by hand.

Made for Slow Mornings With This Mug

A map is a design you turn in your hands, and this mug gives you the whole country to rotate as you drink. The handle sits on one side, so the map travels around the cup as you lift it, and each turn brings a different stretch of the nation into view. It makes a fitting pick for the friend who always wants to know where they are, or the one who has been planning the next road trip for years.

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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.