{"product_id":"coat-of-arms-of-birkenhead-school-england-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Coat of Arms of Birkenhead School (England) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCoat of Arms of Birkenhead School (England) Shot Glass - Design Overview\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the distinguished Coat of Arms of Birkenhead School, a prominent independent school in Oxton, Merseyside, England. The design, granted in 1959, is rich with symbolism reflecting the school's Anglican heritage and dedication to academic and moral excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eThe Escutcheon (Shield)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central element is the escutcheon, or shield, divided into four quarters. The first quarter displays a silver (argent) lion passant, a symbol of courage and strength, set against a red (gules) background. Overlaid upon the lion is a silver open book, representing the pursuit of knowledge. The book is inscribed with the motto, \"BEATI MVNDO CORDE\" (Blessed are the pure in heart) in black lettering, emphasizing the school's moral foundation. Surmounting the book is a crosier, a symbol of episcopal authority, with the crook pointing left (sinister) indicating the school's ties to the Anglican Church.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eThe Crest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAbove the shield sits the crest, a significant element of the design. It features a coronet, composed of eight silver-birch leaves, representing the school’s namesake location. These leaves are set upon a green (vert) rim, symbolizing growth and vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eOverall Meaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe complete design is a carefully crafted representation of Birkenhead School's values. The lion represents strength and the open book and crosier represents knowledge and Anglican Heritage. The motto underscores the importance of moral integrity in the school's ethos.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51353517687064,"sku":"11352573678480437680","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/coat-of-arms-of-birkenhead-school-england-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1768440523","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/coat-of-arms-of-birkenhead-school-england-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}