About this design
Zeichen 239 mit Zusatzzeichen 10-2210
Zeichen 239 mit Zusatzzeichen 10-2210 (Germany) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz
This design renders the German traffic sign Zeichen 239 paired with supplementary sign 10 2210, marking a footway where pedestrians have priority and cyclists may ride.
Visual Elements & Composition
Blue dominates the artwork, covering close to half the field, with white taking most of the rest and black providing the edging and fine detail. The main sign is a white pictogram on a blue circular badge, showing an adult in a skirt holding a child's hand. Beside it, the supplementary sign uses a rectangular panel with a bicycle outline, set in a rounded rectangle. The layout is flat and orderly, with each figure given clear space so it reads at a glance.
Meaning & Symbolism
The pairing tells a simple rule in pictures. The circular sign sets aside a path for walking, while the bicycle panel adds permission for cyclists, who are expected to keep to walking pace and give way to people on foot. The family figures make the priority of pedestrians, and the care owed to them, the point of the sign. The design follows the standardised visual language of Germany's Straßenverkehrs-Ordnung (StVO) and its Verkehrszeichenkatalog (VzKat), the system that gives European road signs their immediate legibility.
Designed for the Curve of a Mug
A mug is turned in the hand, so this sign is seen in passing, one face after another, much as a driver or cyclist would catch a sign from the road. The circular badge and bicycle panel sit where the eye lands as the cup is lifted, and the colour change reveals the design as warm liquid is poured in, a small surprise that suits a morning cup of coffee or a thoughtful gift for a cyclist or walker who knows the rules of the path.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Germany
- Printed
- When you order it
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.
- Daily routine: fill with any hot beverage to reveal your chosen artwork.
- Gifting: the “magic” reveal makes it a memorable present for birthdays, holidays, or office exchanges.
- 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.