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Discovery Series Ornament – Nashville

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Discovery Series Ornament – Nashville is a pleasant surprise since there was no such ornament in the previous series. Nashville, the capital of Tennessee, boasts a rich and diverse history that dates back to its founding in 1779. Originally named Fort Nashborough in honor of Revolutionary War hero General Francis Nash, the settlement quickly grew due to its strategic location along the Cumberland River. In the 19th century, Nashville became a key economic hub, driven by its flourishing trade, agriculture, and transportation industries.… Read more

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Discovery Series – South Carolina

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Starbucks Discovery Series South Carolina mug joins the ornament from the same state that we reviewed earlier and has many more details. In that review, I’ve mentioned: Yellow Jessamine (the state flower), Carolina Wren (the state bird), Shag (a popular dance), tea, and Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge. Here are the extra things that the design of the bigger mug has to offer:

– Charleston is renowned for its well-preserved architecture and rich history. The historic district features antebellum homes, cobblestone streets, and significant sites like Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – South Carolina

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Discovery Series Ornament South Carolina is a mini mug for the Palmetto State. This nickname originates from the Sabal Palmetto, a type of palm tree that played a crucial role during the American Revolutionary War. In 1776, the resilient palmetto logs were used to construct Fort Moultrie on Sullivan’s Island, which withstood British cannon fire due to the wood’s spongy nature. This pivotal victory in the Battle of Sullivan’s Island became a symbol of South Carolina’s strength and resilience. The palmetto tree was later incorporated into the state flag, where it stands proudly alongside a crescent, further cementing its significance in the state’s identity.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Georgia

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Here are the symbols and landmarks that we can see in the design of the Starbucks Discovery Series Ornament – Georgia:

– Georgia is known for its beautiful state flower, the Cherokee Rose, which blooms in white with a golden center. In gardens across the state, azaleas flourish, adding vibrant pinks, reds, and purples to the landscape. The blooming dogwood trees are a sure sign of spring in Georgia, with their delicate white flowers dotting the forests. Flowers like magnolias and camellias also thrive in Georgia’s warm climate, offering fragrant blossoms throughout the year.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – North Carolina

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Discovery Series Ornament – North Carolina is an espresso version of the bigger mug that I’ve reviewed here. There are only 5 state symbols and landmarks that made it to the design of the ornament:

– The Appalachian Range, is a defining feature of the state’s natural beauty. These ancient, rolling peaks offer breathtaking vistas, dense forests, and diverse wildlife, making them a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The Blue Ridge Parkway, a scenic drive through the mountains, showcases the area’s stunning landscapes, attracting millions of visitors each year.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Michigan

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I’ve reviewed Michigan Ornament recently, and Discovery Series – Michigan is a full-size version. The matching symbols from these two are: the Petoskey Stone, cherries, Mackinac Bridge, Robin Redbreast, and Ford Model T. The following elements are specific to the mug only:

– The painted turtle (Chrysemys picta) is the official state reptile of Michigan, known for its distinctive, colorful markings. These turtles have smooth, dark shells adorned with red, orange, and yellow streaks along the edges. Painted turtles are commonly found in Michigan’s ponds, lakes, and marshes, basking on logs or rocks in the sun.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Michigan

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Discovery Series Ornament – Michigan is the release for the Great Lakes State, which has a rich history that dates back to its Indigenous peoples, including the Anishinaabe tribes. European exploration began in the 17th century with French fur traders, leading to the establishment of settlements and missions. The region became a state in 1837, driven by its booming lumber industry and later the automotive revolution, which transformed its economy and identity. Today, Michigan is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, vibrant cities, and cultural heritage.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Niagara Falls

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Here’s the bigger version of the ornament that we’ve seen earlier. When compared to the mini mug, the design of the Discovery Series Niagara Falls has way more details. Let’s review them together.

But before we do that, I would like to mention an interesting fact about Niagara Falls. Did you know that this famous group of waterfalls is continuously evolving due to both natural and human influences? Erosion, a key natural process, gradually reshapes the falls as the powerful water flow wears away the underlying rock layers.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Niagara Falls

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The second of only two ornaments planned for Canada is now out. Discovery Series Ornament – Niagara Falls should be available on both Canadian and US sides around the famous group of three waterfalls at the southern end of Niagara Gorge.

These three waterfalls are:

– Horseshoe Falls, also known as the Canadian Falls, is the largest and most famous of the three. It spans the international border between Canada and the United States, with the majority of the falls located on the Canadian side.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Canada

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I include a picture of the box together with the newly released Discovery Series Canada mug to emphasize one particularity of the Discovery mugs from Canada, namely the typo on the cover of the box. I am sure this will be fixed soon, so if you want to keep this piece of Starbucks memorabilia, I suggest you don’t wait for too long and get them rather sooner than later.

Compared to some other Discovery mugs, Discovery Series Canada has quite a few symbols and landmarks (I counted fifteen).… Read more

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