The case that taught courts to speak.
This mug features the federal reporter citation for Marbury v. Madison on one side and Chief Justice John Marshall’s most enduring line on the other:
“It is emphatically the province and duty of the judicial department to say what the law is.”
With a single opinion, Marbury established the principle of judicial review and permanently reshaped the balance of power in American government. Nearly every constitutional argument that followed traces its authority back to this moment.
Whether you’re teaching Con Law, clerking, drafting briefs, or just reflecting on how much responsibility can live inside one sentence, this mug is a daily reminder of where the judiciary’s power comes from and why it matters.
Thoughtful, historically grounded, and unmistakably legal, it’s the perfect piece for anyone who appreciates foundational doctrine with their morning coffee.
Ideal For:
• Law students studying constitutional law
• Attorneys, judges, and clerks
• Professors and legal historians
• Graduation, bar passage, or chambers gifts
• Anyone who appreciates the origins of judicial authority
Why You’ll Love This Mug:
 
• Features the iconic Marbury v. Madison citation
• Includes the most quoted line in American constitutional law
• Clean, balanced design for desks, offices, or home
• A conversation-starting piece rooted in legal history