Imperial Coat of Arms of France (1804-1815) - Pint Glass 16oz

The Imperial Coat of Arms of France used between 1804 and 1815 signifies a significant period in French heraldry, marking the reign of Napoleon Bonaparte as Emperor. This emblem is characterized by a shield bearing a central fleur-de-lis on a blue field, symbolizing the monarchy, flanked by two golden bees on the dexter (right) side and two golden cockerels on the sinister (left) side. The bees represent the Bourbon dynasty, while the cockerels signify the city of Gaul, both significant in French history. Surmounting the shield is a royal crown known as the Imperial Bonnet Rouge, featuring white plumes and white ostrich feathers adorning its vertical sides. The motto 'Je me maintiendrai' ('I shall stand') appears below the shield, reflecting Napoleon's resilience and determination during his rule. This distinctive emblem symbolizes a fusion of monarchical and revolutionary ideologies that characterized the Napoleonic era in France.