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crusadurus
U can prob find plenty of similar options out there but the exact one may be hard. Its a nice mug.
brentonodon
Time to learn the Japanese art of Kintsugi.
tap21
***UPDATE – Replacement Mug On The Way – Mission Accomplished*** I just posted an update here: /gallery/HGK2fVV
mksu
imo, this might be a good use for craigslist. Not sure how effective it will be, but you can post an ad in the local ones and see if anyone responds.
tap21
Good suggestion. I'd not considered that. Thanks!
mksu
No problem. Good luck!
apunadaykeepseveryoneaway
Worse comes to worst, take a pottery class and make a new one! Could even be a fun couples activity together.
mawmac
Went on an Alaskan cruise in 2017. Same stops. Dope experience. Good luck with replacing the mug. You are a GOOD HUSBAND!
tap21
Thanks for the kind words.
Popperqueen
I"m in Juneau, and can go look at Ben Franklin. Have no idea how to contact you. Long time lurker, made account when this posted - it seemed like a sign.
tap21
Thanks for the offer. I've got a few leads on this. If they don't work out, I may circle back to you. Hopefully, I'll have an update for everyone soon. Thanks again.
pastaholic74
I'm in a similar situation, I'm considering kintsugi as a repair.
QueenOfTheFey
My aunt went to the UK for my cousins wedding and splurged on an absolutely gorgeous mug and....it goes smashed on the way home. So I helped her kinsugi it and it's cute af, would recommend
DarkBusterBaron
I'm going on an Alaskan cruise next summer if it has not yet been replaced and if I see it I will buy it for you. And I will ship it once I get back to the states.
tap21
Thanks for the offer. I've got a few leads on this. If they don't work out, I may circle back to you. Hopefully, I'll have an update for everyone soon. Enjoy your trip. We had a great time.
Gigglesworth
Honestly, as an alaskan, Literally Any tourist shop or grocery store up here will have similar themes for mugs (Pines, Bear, Bear Paw, Stars, Founded Date, but finding an exact copy seems like a fools errand.
kaijuuGold
Nuttsy
Starting to think I should be buying extras of mugs I find interesting.
tap21
...Or, just don't drop them like I did... 😀
Nuttsy
Yeah, but I know how far "Don't do the thing," goes.
RazReverie
Can you check receipts or bank records? Can you narrow down the city you were in when you bought it? Can google maps help you locate the place?
PandAnomoly
This is an effective solution for future use.ivr done this before for shops in Asia
FlyNaked
That is an absolutely brilliant suggestion!
roadabode
Ben Franklin Store - Juneau, Ak fron the comment by @AchyBreakyArthritickyKnees
From their facebook page https://www.facebook.com/people/Ben-Franklin-Store-Juneau-Ak/100057588934307/
TinyRavenFeathers
Try Reddit r/HelpMeFind and other subs like that. Those people are geniuses.
TI99Kitty
I'm loving how so many people have come together to help OP with their search. IT gives me warm fuzzy feelings inside. It's stuff like this that keeps me coming back.
tap21
Agreed. Folks have been amazing with this.
Beercruiser0
https://images.app.goo.gl/hYooct6sTE8daTfi9
TLWPhotography
Well done good sir, have located the cup
Beercruiser0
https://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=https://lookaside.fbsbx.com/lookaside/crawler/media/?media_id%3D670350748227884&tbnid=hjgzOIluHQwgYM&vet=1&imgrefurl=https://www.facebook.com/Ben-Franklin-Store-Juneau-Ak-261724640533536/&docid=Fbg8RIhDGPG4TM&w=2048&h=1536&itg=1&hl=en-US&source=sh/x/im/4#imgrc=hjgzOIluHQwgYM&imgdii=n4GfDSXEVMJwiM
aeonized
You could also look into this sort of idea
pianostacatto
OP needs all the missing pieces. If he's swept it into the trash already in order to prevent hazardous obstacles, then that is not entirely feasible. Possible still to make some rendition, but it will forever be missing that final component. The art lies in that it still looks whole, but with an imbued accent.
tap21
Several folks have made the same suggestion. It may be an option I consider. Thanks for the recommendation.
Teratoid
My wife lost a single earring on a trip with our son. He used Google lens, found the earrings and had me order a replacement pair which were waiting when they got back. These little things are some of my favorite uses of modern technology.
tap21
My wife and I were just discussing the same thing last night. There have been a ton of super helpful and friendly folks trying to help with this. I've got a few leads on this. Hopefully, I'll have an update for everyone soon. Thanks again.
Pilgrymm
That's a real bummer, sorry. I've done some quick searches myself and found nothing even close to that. Most likely you'll have to hope for someone who lives near an Alaskan tourist spot. I once broke a pearl pin that was my wife's favorite and could never find a replacement.
tap21
Thanks for your help!
HeHeHebieJeebies
If its mass produced there will be a makers mark on the bottom. If its a one-off take it to a local potter for a referral.
tap21
Thanks so much. We did find the store information. I’ve contacted them. Once I hear back I’ll let everyone know the update. Thank you for your offer to help.
MCNewYorkLives
Check up that Japanese/Chinese art (forget which one) of mending broken items with gold. Obviously, you might be able to find a cheaper alternative to gold
TrashCanEnthusiast
That is going be difficult to do in a way that's food-safe (especially microwave-safe, which you'd want for a mug)
PixelSprite64
saucenes5
Shibari I think?
Whatdoyousaytoanicecupoftea
Noodles
MCNewYorkLives
Exactly, wide range of money options, from gold to ramen noodles
notabotandnotnotabot
Solder would be cheap and easy.
parabolic000
I think they use gold-colored (usually powdered gold in it or with gold leaf applied to the surface) lacquer rather than just gold. Which shouldn't be too expensive, a 10-pack of 24k gold sheets (~3.5 inches square each) is only like 25 bucks.
mrsdowneyjr
It's actually the poison I'm poison ivy, the urushiol mixed with gold. If you promise to be careful they let you buy it. Otherwise you should probably use something like resin
Solkanarmy
glue springs to mind
Cruxia13
This this this! Kintsugi makes the original even more special, rather than getting a replacement that will never be 100% the same. Add to its story!
Cruxia13
Should have also mentioned, it's gold dust, not actual gold. And you can find kits with everything you need on Amazon! The practice comes from the Japanese philosophy that things that are broken can be made even more beautiful by their cracks and imperfections, and it's history is made more rich and memorable by the experience.
ConfusedConda
The cost of gold would not really make much difference. The artist's time is what costs. And shipping back to the states.
TheMythicalGryphon
I think they ment try their hand at doing it. There is plenty hobbyists of the craft. Might have someone local.
the3th
Kintsugi
BrownestofCoats
This! The real memento fixed and made better will be a much better celebration of a long marriage than a duplicate.
omgWhatever
The gold rush in AK was a big thing, too, so it is also totally on brand.
pianostacatto
This would be possible if OP has all the pieces. Even that small wedge that is missing. The concept is to make it whole. Not to replace. While it is possible OP has all the broken shards, by this point in time... it's more feasible he's swept it all into the trash to clear now-hazardous components.
Cruxia13
OP ordered a replacement, but just for the sake of sharing knowledge: it is actually possible to use the same kintsugi method to "remake" those missing wedges by layering enough of the gold paste and sanding it down to be even with the ceramic. Although it's quite difficult unless you already have some skill with those kinds of projects, so I'd recommend taking it to a professional artisan at that point.
ME2BNS12
One of my friends owns a knickknack shop in Ketchikan as well as a local store near DC, I'll ask him tomorrow.
tap21
Thanks so much. We did find the store information. I’ve contacted them. Once I hear back I’ll let everyone know the update. Thank you for your offer to help. Very kind.
ME2BNS12
Good to know! :)
Blubberpet
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PineappleIsDeliciousOnPizzaFightMe
Is there a mark on the bottom?
tap21
Sadly, no. We did find the store information. I’ve contacted them. Once I hear back I’ll let everyone know the update.
KTownDownTown
Hey OP, I live in Alaska and can easily go check out gift shops for you! Let me know if you still need help finding the mug and I'll see if I can track one down.
teardropivyyearofthetiger
You da MVP
jamesdelaney1337
Second alaskan . From Chugiak. Can go to the anchorage gift shops. Lmk
tap21
Thanks so much. We did find the store information. I’ve contacted them. Once I hear back I’ll let everyone know the update. Thank you for your offer to help. Very kind.
KTownDownTown
Just let me know! I live in downtown Anchorage so I'm right by all the tourist shops and I have family all over the state so I can put them on the hunt as well!
ellemm25
If they aren’t able to mail one I may be able to help. I’m doing an Alaskan cruise in September and stopping at the same ports. I could pick one up if they still have it and mail it to you. Just let me know!
AchyBreakyArthritickyKnees
Try the Ben Franklin Store in Juneau.
januarylover
YUP - the mug's definitely in those pics, WELL FOUND archybreaky! Good luck OP
MC2018MC2018
That's the one. www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=682178877045071
sumbitchthatwashot
somebody in usersub has that pic on facebook for ben franklin in juneau
AchyBreakyArthritickyKnees
Check their Facebook pictures of 27 April - there’s some mugs that look like yours.
muzzeylicious
Damn!! Nice work!!!
JamesF0790
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=682178877045071&set=pcb.682178970378395
Calculussucks
↑ @OP ↑
JamesF0790
Wow, that's impressive. You absolutely nailed it. That's the same mug, I'd put money on it. Middle shelf middle of the picture
JackofShadows51
Good eye. This looks like the mug. https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=682178880378404&set=pb.100057588934307.-2207520000.&type=3
sandrad12
@tap21
Beercruiser0
https://images.app.goo.gl/hYooct6sTE8daTfi9
Maaatth
https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=682178877045071&set=pcb.682178970378395
Snooj
Crappy res but that certainly looks like it in the second picture.
Rasdwatrium
honestly, your, uh, attempt at repairing is SUPER CUTE and you should keep it like decorations around
tap21
Thanks for the kind words. I've been thinking about how we may repurpose it.
MrPoopyButtholesLeftNipple
Was this on holland America cruise lines by chance? I may be able to help. Dm me if so
tap21
It was Holland America (great trip). We did find the store information. I’ve contacted them. Once I hear back I’ll let everyone know the update. Thank you for your offer to help. Very kind.
MrPoopyButtholesLeftNipple
Sure thing! If you were on the Westerdam and saw the rolling stone lounge band then you actually saw my brother, he’s the keyboard player. Glad you enjoyed and good luck!