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About this design
Zhejiang Expwy S17 sign no name
Zhejiang Expwy S17 sign no name (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design is a flat, graphic rendering of a Chinese provincial expressway route marker: the white S17 designation set into a green-and-yellow shield, drawn with the clean authority of road signage.
Visual Elements & Composition
Green dominates the artwork, filling the lower field of a rounded rectangle, while a yellow band runs across the top. The two-tone split reads instantly, the way a sign has to when a driver is passing at speed. White is reserved for the route number, and the characters 浙, 高 and 速 sit above it, spelling out Zhejiang Expressway. Nothing decorative competes with the information. The composition is symmetrical, centred and direct, with every element doing a job.
Meaning & Symbolism
The shield is a piece of regional navigation. The character 浙 names Zhejiang Province, 高速 marks the road as an expressway, and S17 identifies its place in the provincial network. The design follows the visual language set out in GB 5768, the national code for road traffic signs and markings, which is why its colours and layout are so recognisable. The route was used for sections of what is now mainly the G9221, the Hangzhou–Ningbo Expressway, so the sign records a stage in how this stretch of road was named and mapped.
Built for the Hand, Read at a Glance
A mug is turned slowly in the hands, so the shield travels around the curve as you drink, one band of yellow and one of green passing in front of you before the route number comes back into view. It is a sign you read in a single glance, and on a coffee mug that glance becomes a small daily ritual. For the road-trip fan, the map-lover or anyone who has ever followed a route number across a new country, this is a cheeky way to keep the journey on the kitchen counter.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- China
- Printed
- When you order it
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.
- Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
- Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
- 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.