{"product_id":"arms-of-scottish-borders-area-council-scotland-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Arms of Scottish Borders Area Council (Scotland) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eArms of Scottish Borders Area Council (Scotland) Shot Glass - Design Description\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the intricate and symbolic design of the Arms of Scottish Borders Area Council. The central focus is the shield, a vibrant display of heraldic elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eThe Shield (Escutcheon)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe shield itself is primarily azure (blue), bisected by a prominent saltire argent (silver\/white St. Andrew's cross), a direct nod to Scotland's national heritage. At the heart of the shield lies a smaller shield (inescutcheon) in gules (red), edged with gold (or). This inescutcheon is the focal point, featuring four wavy silver (argent) bars, which represent the River Tweed, a vital element of the region's history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAbove these wavy bars is a salmon naiant (a swimming salmon), and below is a ram's head cabossed (frontal view), both depicted in natural colors. The entire shield is encircled by a border (bordure) in a counter-compony style, with alternating squares of blue (azure) and silver (argent), mirroring the colors of the saltire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eSupporters and Decorations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eEnhancing the shield's visual impact are supporters on either side. On the viewer's left stands a \"Border knight\" in full armor, embodying the region's martial history. On the viewer's right, a silver (argent) unicorn with golden horn, mane and hooves, representing Scottish national heraldry. The unicorn wears a red (gules) collar from which hangs an oval blue badge charged with a saltire argent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAbove the shield rests a coronet indicative of an Area Council. It's adorned with gold (or) \"paling piles\" and \"garbs\" (sheaves of wheat), separated by black (sable) bands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eSymbolism and Meaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe design is rich in symbolism. The saltire celebrates Scottish tradition. The wavy bars and salmon symbolize the river and the importance of fishing. The ram's head represents the agricultural history, and the Border knight is a reference to the region's past. The unicorn is a symbol of strength and Scottish national identity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51489524154648,"sku":"15330208324229029837","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/arms-of-scottish-borders-area-council-scotland-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1768345221","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/arms-of-scottish-borders-area-council-scotland-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}