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The Royal Rocket of Recurring Mistakes: Coffee Mug

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  • Available in 325 ml or 443 ml
  • Dimensions:
    • 325 ml: 8.1 cm D x 9.7 cm H
    • 443 ml: 8.6 cm D x 11.4 cm H
  • Microwave and dishwasher safe
  • Use caution when removing the mug from the microwave. Use a pot holder or glove as necessary if it is too hot to the touch. Do not microwave an empty mug
  • Strong, ceramic construction
  • Meets FDA requirements for food and beverage safety
  • Do not overfill and be careful with hot liquids that may scald
  • Keep out of reach of children when filled with hot liquid

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The Royal Rocket of Recurring Mistakes: Coffee Mug

The Royal Rocket of Recurring Mistakes: Coffee Mug

The Mug of Political Absurdity (For Contemplative Mornings) Begin your day not with simple caffeine, but with a robust draught of existential inquiry. This is the Royal Rocket of Recurring Mistakes Coffee Mug, an essential piece of tabletop décor for the philosopher, the pundit, or anyone whose morning news leaves them slightly more confused than they were the night before. This mug serves as a perfectly neutral, yet undeniably sharp, commentary on the grand, baffling cycles of human history. The design, rendered in a striking, vintage-inspired style reminiscent of Northern Renaissance allegorical art, features the timeless figure of a Crowned King—representing Authority in all its historical guises—joyfully piloting a bomb-shaped rocket. Its propulsion system? A frantic swarm of tiny, struggling figures: the enthusiastic, chaotic, and often misdirected energy of the governed. Below this absurd aerial ballet, a desolate landscape is punctuated by the haunting silhouette of a mushroom cloud, reminding us that all grand voyages, political or otherwise, carry risks. The text boldly asks: "WHY DO WE KEEP ELECTING IDIOTS?" Each sip from this mug is an opportunity to ponder this magnificent question. Whether you fill it with black coffee, calming chamomile, or something stronger to cope with the headlines, this mug is your companion in acknowledging the unavoidable, recurring theatrical absurdity of leadership. A fantastic gift for history teachers, anthropologists, or anyone who frequently finds themselves staring into the middle distance and muttering, "Again? Really?" The high-quality ceramic ensures the print lasts, long after the current cycle of 'idiots' has moved on.

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I have not gifted it yet, but know the person will love it. Awesome - nice and bold

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Product ID: 256848625773702481
Posted on 14/11/2025, 5:27 AM
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