{"product_id":"arms-of-heinrich-i-prince-of-anhalt-germany-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Arms of Heinrich I Prince of Anhalt (Germany) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eArms of Heinrich I, Prince of Anhalt Shot Glass\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the heraldic achievement of Heinrich I, Prince of Anhalt, a powerful German nobleman of the 13th century. The design is a vibrant testament to his lineage and the complex political landscape of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Shield\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe shield is divided vertically, a technique known as \"per pale,\" creating two distinct halves. The left side (dexter) features a silver (argent) field, upon which is emblazoned a red half-eagle (with gold beak and talons). This imposing imagery connects Heinrich I to the Margraviate of Brandenburg, representing a dynastic claim or family connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe right side (sinister) displays a striking arrangement of nine (or ten) horizontal stripes (barry) of gold (or) and black (sable). Superimposed upon this striped pattern is a green crancelin, a diagonal ribbon adorned with a stylized wreath of rhombs, running bendwise (from upper left to lower right). This design is a nod to the Ascanian family's Saxon heritage, with the crancelin being a common feature of Saxon heraldry, a symbol representing the family’s “claim” arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Crest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAbove the shield, the design incorporates the crest from Heinrich's period seals: two crossed peacock plumes. This elegant and powerful crest further reinforces the visual splendor of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSymbolism and Meaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe coat of arms, as a whole, is a potent statement of power and lineage. The combination of the Brandenburg half-eagle and the Saxon stripes and crancelin beautifully visualizes Heinrich I's connections to both regions, demonstrating his family's rights and influence in both areas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51489835614488,"sku":"24666710462162711684","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/arms-of-heinrich-i-prince-of-anhalt-germany-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1768342145","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/arms-of-heinrich-i-prince-of-anhalt-germany-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}