{"product_id":"coat-of-arms-of-biel-benken-switzerland-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz","title":"Coat of arms of Biel-Benken (Switzerland) (Coat of Arms) Pint Glass 16oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCoat of Arms of Biel-Benken Pint Glass: Design Description\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis pint glass showcases the striking coat of arms of Biel-Benken, a municipality in Switzerland. The design is a bold statement of local identity and historical heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eVisual Elements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central element of the design is the shield, its field a vibrant red (gules). Across this red backdrop, a prominent diagonal band (bend) cuts from the upper left to the lower right. This bend is not a solid stripe, but rather composed of a series of silver (white) diamond shapes (lozenges) arranged in a continuous pattern. The interplay of the red background and the lozengy band creates a dynamic and visually appealing design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eMeaning and Symbolism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe coat of arms is more than just an attractive pattern. The design elements carry historical significance. The lozengy bend is derived from the heraldic arms of the Schaler, a local medieval noble family. The adoption of this design by the combined villages of Biel and Benken in 1972 symbolizes the unity and shared history of the community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe use of red (gules) in heraldry often represents courage and sacrifice. The specific meaning of the lozenges within the design remains steeped in historical reference, a visual legacy preserved for the modern era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"16oz","offer_id":50868212826392,"sku":"30357896381623600931","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-biel-benken-switzerland-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz-16oz-position1.webp?v=1764646881","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/coat-of-arms-of-biel-benken-switzerland-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}