{"product_id":"coat-of-arms-of-british-honduras-1907-1981-belize-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz","title":"Coat of arms of British Honduras 1907-1981 (Belize) (Coat of Arms) Pint Glass 16oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBritish Honduras (Belize) Coat of Arms Pint Glass Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis pint glass showcases the historic Coat of Arms of British Honduras, used from 1907 until the nation's renaming to Belize in 1973, and officially until 1981. The design is a rich tapestry of heraldic symbolism, telling the story of the colony's economic foundations and its British colonial ties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eThe Shield: A Foundation of Labor and Trade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central element is the shield, meticulously divided into three distinct sections. Two sections prominently feature essential tools of the logging industry: a paddle and a squaring axe. These tools symbolize the vital labor of the lumbermen, whose work revolved around the colony's economic backbone, particularly the valuable mahogany timber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe third section of the shield depicts a ship, a direct representation of commerce and maritime trade. This emphasizes British Honduras's crucial role as a port-based colony, heavily reliant on the movement of goods via shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eAbove the Shield: Prosperity's Symbol\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAbove the shield, a stately mahogany tree is depicted. This highlights the tree's fundamental importance to the colony's economy, serving as a powerful visual emblem of the source of its wealth and prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eThe Supporters: Labor and Legacy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eFlanking the shield are two figures, acting as supporters. On one side, a European settler holds a paddle, and on the other, a man of African descent clutches an axe. These figures represent the diverse labor forces that fueled the colony's growth and prosperity, reflecting both the colonial heritage and the workforce's crucial contributions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eThe Motto: Flourishing in the Shade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAt the base of the design, the Latin motto \"Sub Umbra Floreo\" is included. Translating to \"I flourish in the shade,\" this motto carries a double meaning, referencing both the shade cast by the mahogany trees and the prosperity fostered by the forestry industry itself. The motto adds a layer of depth, hinting at the enduring success derived from the land and its resources.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"16oz","offer_id":50868056490264,"sku":"14822470700055518510","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-british-honduras-1907-1981-belize-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz-16oz-position1.webp?v=1764647774","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/coat-of-arms-of-british-honduras-1907-1981-belize-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}