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World War II- Asia and the Pacific (1991) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

World War II- Asia and the Pacific (1991) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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World War II- Asia and the Pacific (1991) - Black Mug Design

This is a map of the Asia-Pacific theatre of the Second World War, drawn as a single, unbroken view of coastline, island and open ocean.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map is built from coastlines, borders and scattered islands rather than decoration. Large landmasses sit along the upper and left edges, while the Pacific fills most of the field, its emptiness doing much of the work. Island chains run in loose arcs across the water, and the place names are set small and precise, so the eye moves from one coast to the next. Against the black ground of the print, the outlines carry the image, with no competing ornament.

Meaning & Symbolism

The design charts a war fought over distance. Between 1941 and 1945, the struggle across this region turned on sea lanes, harbours and island bases, and the map shows exactly that geography: vast stretches of water separating the places that mattered. Read as a record, it stands for the Pacific campaigns and the long, island-by-island push that defined the war in this part of the world. Issued in 1991, it also reflects how the conflict was understood half a century on, as a map of strategy as much as a map of territory.

On the Black Mug

A mug is turned in the hand, so this map is never seen all at once. Each sip brings a new stretch of coastline round to the front, and the Pacific rolls past as the cup moves. Set on the black ground, the chart reads like a night-time record of the ocean, and the lightest lines catch the eye first. It is a design for slow mornings and long conversations over a hot drink, with plenty of geography to follow between mouthfuls.

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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.