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  • World Map - Physical Earth 2 (1998) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • World Map - Physical Earth 2 (1998) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • World Map - Physical Earth 2 (1998) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • World Map - Physical Earth 2 (1998) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • World Map - Physical Earth 2 (1998) (Map) Black Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
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World Map - Physical Earth 2 (1998) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

World Map - Physical Earth 2 (1998) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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World Map - Physical Earth 2 (1998) - Mug Design

This is a physical world map from 1998, one that trades political borders for the shape of the land itself.

Visual Elements & Composition

The continents fill the whole circle of the design, with mountain ranges, plateaus and lowlands drawn as relief so the eye reads the ground before it reads the names. Oceans sit as open fields around the landmasses, and the layout is a full, unbroken world rather than a cropped detail. Labels are kept small and secondary, so the terrain does the talking and the typography stays quiet.

Meaning & Symbolism

A physical map answers a different question from a political one: not where the lines are drawn, but what the planet is made of. Mountains, river systems and coastlines are the record of geology working over millions of years, and printing them together on one sheet turns the globe into a single landscape. The 1998 date places the design at the close of the twentieth century, when paper atlases were still the main way most people pictured the whole world at once.

Turning the Map in Hand

A mug is a map you can hold. The design wraps around a cylinder, so the continents rotate as you lift and turn the cup, and each sip brings a different coastline to the front. Keep it on the desk through a long afternoon and the planet keeps turning with you. It makes a thoughtful pick for someone who has always wanted to know where they are on the globe, or who still keeps a map folded in the glovebox.

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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.