Coat of arms of the Greater Republic of Central America (1898) - Pint Glass 16oz

The Coat of Arms of the Greater Republic of Central America refers to a heraldic design used by the short-lived political union, established in 1898. Comprised of five Central American countries – Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua – this federation aimed to strengthen regional cooperation but ultimately dissolved due to internal disputes within a year. The coat of arms features a shield divided into three parts: the top quarter represents mountains, symbolizing the region's geography; the bottom quarter shows a volcano erupting, signifying the countries' vitality and strength; and the central section depicts a hand holding a scepter, symbolizing unity. Above the shield, there is an eagle grasping a snake, representing liberty, while below it lays a scroll inscribed with the motto "United for Peace." The Coat of Arms of the Greater Republic of Central America serves as a historical artifact that reflects the political aspirations and ideals of the five Central American countries during a pivotal period in their shared history.