{"product_id":"coa-of-italian-east-africa-wiki-style-mali-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"COA of Italian East Africa Wiki Style (Mali) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCOA of Italian East Africa Wiki Style (Mali) Shot Glass Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the intricate and historically significant Coat of Arms of Italian East Africa, as it appeared in the Wikipedia style. The design is a powerful visual statement, reflecting the complex colonial administration established in the region from 1936 to 1941.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign Elements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the design is a quartered shield, charged overall with the Shield of Savoy, a red escutcheon bearing a white cross. This central element represents the authority of the Kingdom of Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach quarter of the shield features distinct imagery representing the major constituent territories. The first quarter, symbolizing Eritrea, displays a red lioness passant on a silver field, with a silver star, above wavy blue and silver stripes. The second quarter, for Amhara (Ethiopia), features a gold background with a black-sleeved arm holding a Roman gladius, and a gold Coptic cross below. Somalia is represented in the third quarter: blue at the top with a gold leopard spotted in black, with a silver star above; red at the base with two silver stars. Lastly, the fourth quarter (Galla-Sidamo) shows a gold field with a wavy blue stripe and a plough, and two inescutcheons: Shewa featuring a silver five-hill mount surmounted by a legionary emblem in gold; and Harar, showing a green upright lance on a silver background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe shield is encircled by the Grand Collar of the Order of the Most Holy Annunciation and the Colonial Order of the Star of Italy, symbols of honor and distinction. Two gold lions guard the shield, flanking a pair of fasces. Above all is an imperial crown, signifying the colony's status within the Kingdom of Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSymbolism and Meaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is a microcosm of the colonial endeavor. The Shield of Savoy signifies the Italian monarchy's dominion. The crown and surrounding orders represent the imperial status. Each quartering of the shield directly refers to a key region within Italian East Africa – Eritrea, Amhara, Somalia, Galla-Sidamo, Shewa and Harar - bringing together the diverse territories under Italian rule. The combination of heraldic symbols and territorial representations creates a visually dense emblem of imperial authority and colonial claims.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51358930239768,"sku":"26085547209759431890","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/coa-of-italian-east-africa-wiki-style-mali-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1768429837","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/coa-of-italian-east-africa-wiki-style-mali-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}