{"product_id":"arms-of-the-university-of-sussex-escutcheon-only-united-kingdom-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Arms of the University of Sussex Escutcheon Only (United Kingdom) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eArms of the University of Sussex Escutcheon Shot Glass\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the distinguished Arms of the University of Sussex, focusing on the escutcheon, or shield, of the coat of arms. The design is a vibrant representation of the university's heritage and identity, rendered with meticulous detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eVisual Elements and Meaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central element of the design is the shield itself, a field of Argent (silver\/white). Dominating the shield is a chevron, split vertically (per pale) into Azure (blue) and Gules (red).  This chevron is charged with six martlets Or (six gold martlets), small stylized birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAbove the chevron, in the \"chief\" (top) of the shield, are two Saxon crowns, also depicted in gold. At the base of the shield, in the \"base\" (bottom), a black dolphin naiant (swimming) completes the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eSymbolism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe design is rich in symbolism. The six martlets, a traditional emblem, represent East and West Sussex. The two Saxon crowns pay homage to the ancient Kingdom of the South Saxons, from which the county of Sussex derives its name. The black dolphin is borrowed from the arms of Brighton, reflecting a part of the university’s heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe overall composition is a heraldic design, a visual narrative carefully crafted to represent the history and values of the University of Sussex.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51487387844888,"sku":"59534669746817024007","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/arms-of-the-university-of-sussex-escutcheon-only-united-kingdom-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1768350278","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/arms-of-the-university-of-sussex-escutcheon-only-united-kingdom-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}