{"product_id":"armoiries-frederic-1-du-danemark-1523-1533-denmark-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Armoiries Fréderic 1 du Danemark 1523-1533 (Denmark) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eArmoiries Fréderic 1 du Danemark 1523-1533 (Denmark) Shot Glass Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases a richly detailed representation of the coat of arms used by King Frederick I of Denmark, reigning from 1523 to 1533. The design is a powerful statement of royal authority, territorial claims, and dynastic lineage, all encapsulated within a single, complex heraldic composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eVisual Elements and Their Significance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe design's foundation is a shield quartered by a prominent silver cross, edged in red. This cross pattée, a widening cross, directly represents the Dannebrog, the historic flag of Denmark, immediately establishing a \"royal Danish\" identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eEach of the four quarters of the shield tells its own story:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQuarter I (top-left):\u003c\/b\u003e Displays the traditional arms of Denmark – gold with nine red hearts arranged in three vertical rows, and three crowned, blue lions “léopardés” (passant).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQuarter II (top-right):\u003c\/b\u003e Represents Norway, featuring a red field with a crowned gold lion holding a silver axe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQuarter III (bottom-left):\u003c\/b\u003e Shows Schleswig, symbolized by two blue lions on a gold field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQuarter IV (bottom-right):\u003c\/b\u003e Depicts Holstein, with a silver nettle leaf on a red field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eOverlaid on these territorial symbols is a smaller central shield, the \"in-escutcheon.\" This gold shield bears two red horizontal bars (\"fasces\"), the arms of Oldenburg, the ruling house of Frederick I, signifying his personal lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eMeaning and Symbolism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe overall design is a comprehensive visual statement. The Dannebrog cross underscores the royal Danish identity. The inclusion of the territories of Denmark, Norway, Schleswig, and Holstein signals the breadth of Frederick I's claims of authority. The Oldenburg escutcheon reinforces Frederick's personal and familial connection to his reign. Together, the elements create a visually compelling emblem of kingship, combining dynastic pride with the symbols of the lands he ruled.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51493145280792,"sku":"15138641790506132008","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/armoiries-frderic-1-du-danemark-1523-1533-denmark-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1768337192","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/armoiries-frederic-1-du-danemark-1523-1533-denmark-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}