{"product_id":"mug-1-in-stardust-green-h-ben-owen-iii-1","title":"Large Mug #1 in Stardust Green, 4.75\"h (Ben Owen III)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e   A great way to start your day is with a cup of coffee or tea in a one-of-a-kind handmade mug!  Comfortably holds 16oz of liquid.  \u003cbr\u003e   The Stardust Green Matte Microcrystalline finish includes iron pigments to create a unique effect.  A great conversation piece while “going green” at your local coffee shop with this reusable mug.  The small crystals are developed by slowly cooling the kiln.  Perfect gift for yourself or that someone special.  Dishwasher- and microwave-safe.  Measuring 6”l x 4”w x 4.75”h.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStardust Green\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e   Stardust Green is a matte-crystal glaze that Ben Owen III developed over a 2-year span and approved for sale in 2012.  The name is derived from the amazing photographs of actual stardust beamed back to Earth at the time from the Hubble Space Telescope.  Green Stardust works require a kiln temperature meticulously controlled to over 2,300° Fahrenheit, with specific rising and falling temperature rates to encourage micro-crystal growth and render this stunning final product.  The glaze is applied by carefully airbrushing multiple layers of different glazes onto a piece.  Titanium-rich ingredients in the glazes promote crystal development.  Copper tints the crystals green.  Iron oxide is used to achieve the background color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (2026).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42268358737975,"sku":"Ben Owen III","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/files\/F004A95C-94F0-4107-B77D-2FE88A336BDF_1_201_a.heic?v=1781198615","url":"https:\/\/store.benowenpottery.com\/products\/mug-1-in-stardust-green-h-ben-owen-iii-1","provider":"Ben Owen Pottery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}