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Washington, D.C. Band Of 9th Veteran Reserve Corps, In Shakoes And Frogged Jackets, At Washington Circle (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Washington, D.C. Band Of 9th Veteran Reserve Corps, In Shakoes And Frogged Jackets, At Washington Circle (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Washington, D.C. Band Of 9th Veteran Reserve Corps, In Shakoes And Frogged Jackets, At Washington Circle (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This 1860s black-and-white photograph shows the Band of the 9th Veteran Reserve Corps posed at Washington Circle in Washington, D.C., with its musicians in plumed shako hats and frogged jackets.

Visual Elements & Composition

Light grey and white carry most of the image, with mid grey and deep black anchoring the uniforms and the shadowed ground. The band fills the frame in a tight formation: brass horns and tubas catch the light, and rectangular drum shells sit low on the ground. The upright plumes of the shakos rise through the centre like a row of exclamation marks. Behind them, an equestrian statue stands against the open sky of the circle. At the right edge, a young girl in a dark dress looks on, a small human detail set against all that military order. The numeral 26 is visible in the scene, a quiet reminder that these images were built around units and their numbers.

Meaning & Symbolism

The Veteran Reserve Corps was a Union Army force formed in 1863, made up of soldiers who had been wounded or weakened in service and still fit for duty away from the front. Its bands played for public occasions, parades and ceremonies in the capital, so a picture of this one at Washington Circle records both military life and the civic rituals that held a wartime city together. The shakos and frogged jackets mark the period precisely, and the statue in the background ties the musicians to the monuments of the nation's capital.

Sipping Under the Brass Section

A mug is a thing you turn in your hand, so the band never appears all at once. The horns and drums slide past as the cup rotates, and the plumed hats come round again with each refill. Set this beside the first coffee of a cold morning and the formation becomes a small, slightly stubborn parade, one that a history fan will recognise at a glance. It makes an apt pick for anyone who has opinions about the Civil War and is happy to share them over breakfast.

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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.