{"product_id":"blason-ville-uk-abingdon-oxfordshire-england-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Blason ville uk Abingdon Oxfordshire (England) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBlason ville uk Abingdon (Oxfordshire) Shot Glass - Design Description\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass features the magnificent Coat of Arms of Abingdon-on-Thames, a design rich in history and symbolism. The artwork on this glass captures the essence of this historic English town.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eShield (Arms)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central element is the shield, dominated by a bold design. A gold (Or) cross patonce, with its expanded ends, is the focal point, set against a green (Vert) background. This prominent cross is flanked by four smaller silver (Argent) crosses pattée, completing the shield's design. The cross patonce is a nod to the town's historical connection to Abingdon Abbey, while the smaller crosses pay tribute to the Fraternity of the Holy Cross.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eCrest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAbove the shield, the crest takes center stage. Emerging from a gold (Or) mural crown, patterned with a blue (Azure) masonry design representing municipal authority, is a gold stag's head. The stag's head, harkening back to Abingdon's historical ties with Berkshire, holds two silver flashes representing the atomic research activities and nearby RAF base. Flanking the stag’s head are two azure wings, which are also part of the design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eSupporters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTwo graceful swans support the shield, each with wings elevated. The swan on the left (dexter) stands upon a red woolpack, grasping a Tudor rose in its beak. The other swan (sinister) stands upon a bound book, holding three barley stalks. The swans, symbolizing the River Thames, wear crowns with church bell ropes over their backs, showing local craftsmanship. The woolpack reflects the town's wool trading history, the barley celebrates malting and brewing traditions, the book indicates historic bookbinding and printing industries, and the Tudor rose celebrates Queen Mary I.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eMotto\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eBeneath the arms, the motto \"FAITH AND INDUSTRY\" completes the design, encapsulating the spirit and values of Abingdon-on-Thames.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51467872108824,"sku":"18813576040293969182","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/blason-ville-uk-abingdon-oxfordshire-england-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1768388739","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/blason-ville-uk-abingdon-oxfordshire-england-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}