{"product_id":"blason-ville-ca-salaberry-de-valleyfield-quebec-canada-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Blason ville ca Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Quebec (Canada) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBlason de Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Shot Glass Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the coat of arms (blason) of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, a city located in the Montérégie region of Quebec, Canada. The design is a vibrant representation of the city's history, geography, and values.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eHeraldic Elements and Symbolism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central element of the design is the shield, which is divided by a silver (argent) band, representing the Saint-François River, a key geographical feature of the area.  Charged upon this band is a black (sable) beaver (castor passant), symbolizing the city's industrious spirit, hard work, and representing the national emblem of Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAbove the silver band, a radiant golden sun (soleil d'or rayonnant) shines, evoking the city's location on the south shore of the Saint Lawrence River.  Below, flanking the lower portion of the shield, are a golden fleur-de-lys (fleur de lys d'or) on the right and a silver thistle (chardon d'argent) on the left. The fleur-de-lys and thistle represent the historical presence of the French Canadian and Scottish populations that contributed to the founding of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eVisual Storytelling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe overall composition is a powerful visual statement, encapsulating the city's identity. The carefully chosen elements weave together a narrative of industry, geographical context, and cultural heritage, offering a glimpse into the spirit of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eDevise Incorporation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe design, although not directly visible, also reflects the city's motto \"Ubi lux ibi labor\" (\"Where there is light, there is work\"), which is the key driver for the design's underlying symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51468466815256,"sku":"20535465527655824997","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/blason-ville-ca-salaberry-de-valleyfield-quebec-canada-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1768384735","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/blason-ville-ca-salaberry-de-valleyfield-quebec-canada-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}