{"product_id":"coat-of-arms-of-minsk-1859-russia-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Coat of arms of Minsk 1859 (Russia) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCoat of Arms of Minsk 1859 (Russia) Shot Glass\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eA Heraldic Glimpse of Imperial Minsk\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases a design from a proposed coat of arms for Minsk, dating back to 1859. Created during a period of heraldic reform within the Russian Empire, this design offers a unique perspective on the city's historical identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eVisual Elements and Symbolism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe central element is a gold (yellow) shield, representing prosperity and value. Across this field flow three horizontal wavy blue bands, symbolizing the rivers and waterways that have always shaped the landscape of Minsk. The wavy lines evoke the movement of water, a fundamental element of life and the city's geography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eCrowning the shield is a golden mural crown, a stylized representation of a fortified city wall. This symbol, common in Russian municipal heraldry of the time, emphasizes the city's status and its historical role as a center of defense and governance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eOrnamenting the shield are golden ears of grain, a symbol of agriculture and the region's fertile lands. An Alexander Ribbon, featuring black-and-orange stripes, lends an air of imperial authority and links the city to the broader Russian Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eDeparture from Tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThis design marked a shift away from the traditional arms of Minsk, which depicted the Ascension of the Virgin Mary. Instead, this 1859 proposal emphasized natural features, civic authority, and connection to the Russian Empire, offering a distinctive visual identity that reflects a specific historical context.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51344760635672,"sku":"18513554878859742765","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-minsk-1859-russia-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1765775142","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/coat-of-arms-of-minsk-1859-russia-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}