Description
This porcelain mug carries a Hogsmeade Station scene from the world of Harry Potter, with the steam train drawn in at the platform beneath a billowing white cloud. The front reads Hogsmeade Station in tall, ornate lettering, set among gold flourishes and small gold stars on a deep brown ground. Turn it round and the back reads A Magical Journey, with London to Hogwarts and Hogwarts Express beneath and a little 9¾ badge beside the words. The body has a matt finish, while the rim and the curved, scrolled handle are a bright gold, and inside, against the cream interior, there is one more surprise: a Platform 9¾ stamp marked Departure 11am at the bottom.
It holds 340ml, a generous measure for a morning tea, a strong coffee or a hot chocolate on a slow afternoon. At 9.8cm tall, 12.5cm wide and 8cm deep, it sits neatly on a desk, a bedside table or the kitchen side, and it looks just as at home on a shelf among favourite books as it does in use. With a scene on each side, there is always something to look at, whichever way round it is turned. It suits a quiet reading hour as well as a busy office morning.
The mug is made from porcelain, with a smooth matt body and a gold rim that frames the cream interior. The decorated handle has a little scroll at the top and a curl at the base, so it is easy to hold when the mug is full. To look after the gold and the print, we would wash it gently by hand in warm soapy water with a soft cloth and dry it straight away. Wrapped with a packet of loose-leaf tea or a bar of good chocolate, it makes a thoughtful present with a little magic on both sides.
Specification
| Material |
Porcelain |
| Colour |
Brown & Gold |
| Finish |
Matt |
| Height |
9.8cm |
| Width |
12.5cm |
| Depth |
8cm |
| Weight |
0.319kg |
| Capacity |
340ml |
Frequently Asked
How much does the mug hold?
It holds 340ml, which is a generous measure for a full cup of tea, a coffee or a hot chocolate.
What size is the mug?
It stands 9.8cm tall and measures 12.5cm wide and 8cm deep, so it sits comfortably on a desk or bedside table.
What is the mug made of?
It is made from porcelain, with a matt brown body, a gold rim and a gold handle with a scrolled shape.
What is printed on each side of the mug?
The front shows Hogsmeade Station with a steam train at the platform, and the back reads A Magical Journey, London to Hogwarts and Hogwarts Express.
Is there anything printed inside the mug?
Yes, the cream interior has a Platform 9¾ stamp reading Departure 11am at the bottom, which appears as you finish your drink.
How should I clean the mug?
We would wash it gently by hand in warm soapy water with a soft cloth to look after the gold rim, handle and print.