{"product_id":"coat-of-arms-of-almaty-old-kazakhstan-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz","title":"Coat of arms of Almaty old (Kazakhstan) (Coat of Arms) Pint Glass 16oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCoat of Arms of Almaty Old (Kazakhstan) Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThis pint glass showcases the historic coat of arms of Almaty, formerly known as Verny, a symbol rooted in the city's rich past during the Russian Empire. The design prominently features the imperial-era emblem, a testament to the city's connection to its natural environment and historical identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eThe Golden Apple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the design is a golden apple, emblazoned on a field of blue. This central element is a powerful visual representation of Almaty's origins and its historical significance. The apple is a direct reference to the region's abundant apple orchards and the city's very name, which translates to \"rich with apples.\" It signifies the fertile lands of the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains, a key feature of the landscape and the source of the wild apple (Malus sieversii), from which modern apples are believed to descend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eImperial Heritage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe overall style of the design is restrained and formal, reflecting the principles of Russian imperial heraldry. This classic approach emphasizes the city's history within the empire, connecting the present with its earliest heraldic traditions. The use of a shield, a traditional element of heraldry, further reinforces this historical context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eA Symbol of Identity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThis design serves as a visual link to Almaty's past, honoring its natural and cultural heritage. The chosen emblem predates the Soviet era, making it a true representation of the city's origins. By focusing on the apple motif, the design highlights a timeless connection to the land and a key element of the city's identity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"16oz","offer_id":50872612815128,"sku":"18858831994814179434","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/coat-of-arms-of-almaty-old-kazakhstan-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz-16oz-position1.webp?v=1764571930","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/coat-of-arms-of-almaty-old-kazakhstan-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}