{"product_id":"coat-of-arms-of-castleford-england-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Coat of arms of Castleford (England) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCastleford Coat of Arms Shot Glass - Design Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass proudly displays the official coat of arms of Castleford, a town steeped in history in West Yorkshire, England. The design, granted in 1869, is a vibrant tapestry of symbolic elements representing the town's heritage and identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eArms: A Fortress and the River\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central element of the design is a triple-towered castle, rendered in gold (Or), which immediately references Castleford's name, signifying a fort near a ford. The castle stands proudly above a wavy, horizontal band of blue and white, representing the River Aire, a crucial waterway that flows through the town.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eRoses and Regional Ties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIn the upper portion of the shield, two silver roses (argent), complete with their natural barbs and seeds (proper), are prominently displayed. These roses are a direct nod to Castleford's location within the West Riding of Yorkshire, acknowledging its regional affiliation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eCrest: Eagle of Roman and Mining Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe crest, positioned above the shield, features a golden (Or) demi-eagle, a symbol that hints at Castleford’s Roman roots and coal mining industry. The eagle is distinguished by a red collar (gules), from which hangs a miner’s lamp, emphasizing the town's coal mining heritage. On each of the eagle's wings is a black lacy knot, a subtle homage to the Lacy family, who once held lordship over the area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eMotto: Bold and Frank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eWhile not visually depicted, the motto \"Audacter et Sincere\" (\"Boldly and frankly\") is an integral part of the overall design, capturing the spirit of Castleford.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis meticulously crafted design on the shot glass provides a miniature history lesson, bringing the rich symbolism of Castleford to life.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51351441178904,"sku":"13888665500503128736","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-castleford-england-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1768443296","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/coat-of-arms-of-castleford-england-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}