Description
This ceramic birthday mug marks a fortieth with quiet confidence: a large silver foil 40 sits on the white body, with the word forty written in a flowing silver script just beneath it. The numerals are set in a classic serif style, tall and fine, and the foil catches the light as the mug turns in the hand. It stands 10cm tall, 12.5cm wide and 8cm deep, a slim, straight-sided shape with a curved handle that leaves room for your fingers. It holds 310ml, about 11oz, a proper measure for a full cup of tea or coffee.
It makes a thoughtful birthday gift for someone turning forty, the kind of present that gets used every morning long after the cards have come down. On a kitchen shelf or an office desk it is a cheerful reminder of the milestone, and the clean white and silver colouring sits easily alongside most crockery. Fill it with their favourite tea bags, a sachet of good coffee or a handful of sweets and you have a ready-made present with very little fuss. At a fortieth party it can also hold a few fresh flowers or pens for the guest book before going home with the guest of honour.
The mug is made from ceramic, with a smooth white finish and silver foil lettering. To keep the foil bright, we suggest washing it gently by hand in warm soapy water with a soft cloth and drying it straight away; scouring pads and harsh cleaners can wear fine metallic decoration over time. For gifting, wrap it in white tissue paper and tie it with a silver ribbon to echo the lettering, or tuck a handwritten birthday note inside the mug for a personal touch on the big day.
Specification
| Material |
Ceramic |
| Colour |
Silver |
| Finish |
Foiled |
| Height |
10cm |
| Width |
12.5cm |
| Depth |
8cm |
| Weight |
0.298kg |
| Contents |
310ml |
| Design |
40 |
| Occasion |
Birthday |
Frequently Asked
How much does this mug hold?
It holds 310ml, about 11oz, which is a full cup of tea or coffee rather than a small espresso measure.
What size is the mug?
It stands 10cm tall and measures 12.5cm wide and 8cm deep, a slim, straight-sided shape that is comfortable to hold.
What is the mug made from?
The mug is made from ceramic, with a smooth white finish and the 40 and forty lettering in silver foil.
What does the lettering on the mug say?
One side carries a large silver 40 in a classic serif style, with the word forty in a flowing script beneath it.
How should I clean the mug?
We suggest washing it gently by hand in warm soapy water with a soft cloth, and drying it straight away to keep the foil bright.
Is this a good fortieth birthday gift?
Yes, it makes a thoughtful birthday gift for someone turning forty, and it is easy to fill with tea, coffee or sweets.