Coat of arms of Portugal (lesser) - Pint Glass 16oz

The Coat of Arms of Portugal is a heraldic design that symbolizes the Portuguese nation. It consists of five main elements: a shield, a helmet, a mantle, a armorial support, and a motto. The shield features a white field divided into three parts by two black vertical lines, called the "quinas," representing the five keys found in St. Peter's arms. The coat of arms also includes a black rooster (galo) standing atop a brown crowned antique castle on the central partition. This lesser coat of arms is often used for municipalities and public institutions within Portugal, distinguishing them from the national coat of arms. The coat of arms carries significant historical and cultural weight in Portuguese society.