{"product_id":"coat-of-arms-of-norfolk-island-australia-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Coat of arms of Norfolk Island (Australia) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCoat of Arms of Norfolk Island (Australia) Shot Glass Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the intricate Coat of Arms of Norfolk Island, a heraldic emblem rich with historical and cultural significance. The artwork meticulously replicates the official design, offering a miniature representation of this proud territorial symbol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eThe Central Shield: A Tapestry of Symbols\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the design lies the central shield (escutcheon), a focal point of Norfolk Island's identity. A majestic Norfolk Island pine tree, the island's iconic native species, rises from a rocky base. At its foot, an open book, the Bible, pays homage to the legacy of the HMS Bounty and the early Pitcairn settlers. Above the tree, two five-pointed stars (mullets) link the island to Australia, New South Wales, and Captain James Cook, who is credited as the European discoverer of the island. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eA Crest of Maritime and Historical Significance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eCrowning the shield is the crest, featuring a blue naval crown bearing a gold half-lion, crowned with a laurel wreath and holding a covered gold cup. The naval crown and anchors pay tribute to the island's seafaring past. The lion and laurel wreath honor British heraldic tradition and Captain Cook’s connection to the island. The covered cup originates from the arms of Fletcher Christian, a leader of the Bounty mutineers whose descendants settled on Norfolk Island.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eSupported by British and Australian Heritage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eFlanking the shield are the supporters.  On the dexter (right) side, a lion symbolizes the historical ties to Britain. On the sinister (left), a kangaroo represents the connection to Australia. Both figures rest an exterior foreleg on blue anchors, further emphasizing the island's nautical heritage. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eThe Motto: A Declaration of Faith\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eBeneath the shield, the motto \"INASMUCH\" is elegantly displayed.  This word, drawn from the local anthem \"Come Ye Blessed\", is a direct reference to a verse from the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 25:40), imbued with cultural significance for the Pitcairn Islander community.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe complete design is a visual testament to Norfolk Island's natural beauty, Christian heritage, British roots, Australian governance, and the unique legacy of the Bounty mutineers' descendants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51344587129112,"sku":"45716420372229211098","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-norfolk-island-australia-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1765777076","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/coat-of-arms-of-norfolk-island-australia-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}