{"product_id":"arms-of-luis-of-portugal-duke-of-beja-portugal-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz","title":"Arms of Luís of Portugal Duke of Beja (Portugal) (Coat of Arms) Pint Glass 16oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eArms of Luís of Portugal, Duke of Beja Pint Glass - Design Description\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis pint glass showcases the heraldic arms of Luís of Portugal, Duke of Beja, a striking design steeped in Portuguese royal tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eCentral Shield: The Royal Arms\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe focal point is the central shield, which prominently displays the royal arms of Portugal. This consists of a silver (white) background upon which are arranged five smaller blue escutcheons (\"quinas\"), forming a saltire (X) pattern. Each of these blue shields bears five white roundels (bezants), further enriching the visual complexity and historical significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eBordure: Castles of Valor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eEncircling the central shield is a vibrant bordure gules, a bold red border. Emblazoned upon this border are golden castles, symbols historically associated with the Portuguese kingdom. These castles represent fortresses, conquest, and the defense of the realm, adding a layer of valor and strength to the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eLabel: Mark of the Infante\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eCrowning the shield is a golden label, a horizontal bar from which three pendants descend. This is a crucial element in Portuguese royal heraldry, specifically indicating the status of the bearer as an infante, a prince who is not the reigning monarch. The label differentiates the arms from those of the king, providing a clear visual distinction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eSymbolism and Interpretation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe design eloquently communicates the subject’s lineage and status. The quinas, the five blue shields with bezants, are the quintessential symbols of Portugal, representing the nation itself. The castles on the red border allude to the kingdom’s strength and defensive capabilities. The golden label confirms the bearer’s princely status, indicating his place within the Portuguese royal family.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"16oz","offer_id":50912800473368,"sku":"17840533754132548157","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/arms-of-lus-of-portugal-duke-of-beja-portugal-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz-16oz-position1.webp?v=1764546963","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/arms-of-luis-of-portugal-duke-of-beja-portugal-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}