{"product_id":"c-o-a-benedictus-xi-italy-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"C o a Benedictus XI (Italy) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eC o a Benedictus XI (Italy) Shot Glass Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the historic Coat of Arms of Pope Benedict XI, a visual testament to his papacy from 1303 to 1304. The design, rendered in heraldic form, offers a glimpse into the symbolism and traditions of the Catholic Church and medieval heraldry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHeraldic Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary element of the design is the shield, \"parti d’argent et de sable.\" This describes the shield as being vertically divided into two fields. The left half is silver (argent), a color traditionally associated with peace and sincerity. The right half is black (sable), often representing constancy, humility, and sometimes grief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDominican Influence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe choice of these colors is significant. They reflect the colors of the Dominican Order, also known as the Order of Preachers, to which Pope Benedict XI belonged before becoming Pope. This directly connects the papal coat of arms to his religious roots and service within the Dominican Order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePapal Authority\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile not depicted on this shot glass, traditionally, this coat of arms, when used officially, would be accompanied by external ornaments representing papal authority. These include the crossed keys of Saint Peter and the papal tiara.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis design serves as a powerful symbol, linking the individual, Benedict XI, with the history of the papacy, the Dominican Order, and the rich tradition of heraldry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51465687826712,"sku":"85456880315705800249","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/c-o-a-benedictus-xi-italy-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1768400113","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/c-o-a-benedictus-xi-italy-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}