Arms of the French Empire - Black Coffee Mug

The "Arms of the French Empire" refers to the official heraldic design used by the First French Empire, established by Napoleon Bonaparte from 1804 until 1815. This emblem is a symbol of imperial power and identity, featuring a golden eagle with outstretched wings, clutching a napoléon (a type of bonnet) in one talon and the French flag (tricolore: blue, white, and red) in the other. The shield typically bears the motto "Honneur et Patrie" (Honor and Fatherland). The design may also include laurel branches on either side of the shield as additional decorative elements. The "Arms of the French Empire" served as an important icon during the Napoleonic era and remains a significant historical artifact today.