Coal Miner Mugs
Description: The Old Ben Coal Corporation was formed in 1875 as the Wilmington Star Coal Mining Company, but was renamed in 1912 in honor of Benjamin Franklin and Franklin County, Illinois, by DeWitt Buchanan. Old Ben originally sold their Old Ben brand of carbon, pea, and furnace coals, but eventually purchased the Christopher and Purity mines. Purity was a line of big lump coal and Christopher produced small egg, domestic chestnut, and cook stove coal.
Description: Honor the hardworking spirit of West Virginia coal miners with this bold and meaningful design! Featuring the phrase "West Virginia Coal Miner," it’s a tribute to the dedicated men and women who have worked tirelessly in the coal mines of the Mountain State. Perfect for National Miners Day, this design celebrates the legacy and pride of coal miners from West Virginia and beyond. Available on t-shirts, mugs, hats, wall art, tapestries, and more, it’s the perfect gift for miners, their families, and anyone who appreciates the rich history of coal mining in West Virginia!
Description: The Molly Maguires were a secret society of Irishmen that were active in the anthracite coal region of Pennsylvania during the late 19th century, and by active I mean they used physical violence to fight back against the coal bosses whose treatment of their workers were nothing short of oppressive. In fact, some consider the Mollies to be a direct precursor to organized labor in the United States. The design is done in a vintage “chalk board” style which fits perfectly for the Molly Maguires design since the style is a throw back to the 19th century saloon signs. If you look closely at all the different text on the design, you’ll see references to Molly Maguire history. The “coffin notes”, a quote from a Molly Maguire, and the le...
Description: Ideal tshirt for any member in the family who happens to be the fun, handsome, adventurous one. Great gift from mom, dad, grandmother, grandfather, son, daughter, aunt, brother, or sister of a new baby in the family. Perfect for family reunions, birthdays, pictures, Christmas, vacation, or a gift for any friend. To get an equivalent shirt for your grandfather, grandmother, father, mother, wife, husband.
Description: A graphic featuring a skull wearing a yellow hard hat with a light. Below the skull is the text "COAL MINER". Below that is a yellow caution sign with the word "CAUTION" written in black. A caution symbol is at the bottom left, with the text "FLYING TOOLS AND OFFENSIVE LANGUAGE LIKELY".
Description: Show pride in your family's hard work with this bold "Coal Miner's Wife" design. Featuring a classic mining hard hat crossed with a pickaxe and shovel, alongside clean typography, this apparel celebrates the strength and dedication of mining families. Perfect for everyday wear or showing support for your hardworking spouse.
Description: A monochrome graphic features a silhouette of a miner holding a pickaxe, framed by an ornate oval. The miner is wearing a helmet with a light. Above the frame is the text "WILL MINE," and below it reads "COAL FOR BEER." The background is a solid dark color, contrasting with the white elements.
