Coat and Shield of Arms of Otto IV, Holy Roman Emperor - White Coffee Mug

Coat and Shield of Arms of Otto IV, Holy Roman Emperor The depicted item represents the heraldic symbols used by Otto IV, who served as the Holy Roman Emperor from 1198 to 1218. His coat of arms features a red shield adorned with three white leopards, known as Nimbus Leopardus or Leopards Passant Guardant, arranged in an unusual pattern: two facing right and one facing left. The arrangement is distinct from the more common three-in-a-row configuration often seen in heraldic designs. This specific design became a significant element of Otto's legacy as it was widely used throughout his reign and across various territories under his control.