{"product_id":"blason-ville-fr-gant-empire-belgium-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Blason ville fr Gant-Empire (Belgium) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBlason ville fr Gant-Empire Shot Glass: Design Description\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the heraldic coat of arms, or \"blason,\" of the city of Ghent (Gant in French), as it was officially recognized during the First French Empire under Napoleon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eArtwork \u0026amp; Visual Elements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central design is dominated by a black shield, known in heraldry as \"sable.\" A silver (white) lion rampant, signifying strength and courage, is emblazoned on this dark field. This lion is the primary emblem of Ghent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAbove the lion, at the top of the shield, is a red band called the \"chief.\" Set against this red background are three golden bees. These bees were a specific heraldic symbol favored during the Napoleonic era, representing the imperial regime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eMeaning \u0026amp; Symbolism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe black shield and silver lion represent the historical identity of Ghent. The lion's posture, \"rampant,\" signifies its readiness for action and symbolizes the city's valor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe presence of the red chief and golden bees distinguishes this version of the coat of arms as the Imperial version. The bees are a direct nod to the Napoleonic era, symbolizing the influence and rule of the French Empire during the early 1800s. The design is a historical emblem of Ghent's connection to that period.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51468167807256,"sku":"25153627157432546031","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/blason-ville-fr-gant-empire-belgium-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1768386287","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/blason-ville-fr-gant-empire-belgium-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}