{"product_id":"coat-of-arms-of-pishpek-1908-kyrgyzstan-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz","title":"Coat of arms of Pishpek 1908 (Kyrgyzstan) (Coat of Arms) Pint Glass 16oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePishpek 1908 Coat of Arms Pint Glass - Design Description\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis pint glass showcases the historical coat of arms of Pishpek, the city now known as Bishkek, as it was officially approved in 1908. The design is a rich tapestry of heraldic elements, reflecting the city's identity within the Russian Empire and highlighting its agricultural roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eThe Shield\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central element is a French-style heraldic shield, its field a vibrant azure (blue), symbolizing purity and fidelity. A silver (white) horizontal belt, or fess, elegantly bisects the shield, creating a visual division.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eThe Fess and its Embellishments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eUpon the silver fess are three azure plough-shares, arranged in a row. These represent the city's strong agricultural heritage and focus on farming. Above and below the fess, a golden bee is depicted in each part, symbolizing industriousness and hard work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eThe Chief and Surroundings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe upper area, the \"chief,\" incorporates the arms of the Semirechensk Oblast, the broader region to which Pishpek belonged. The shield is crowned by a city crown, a fortress tower with three battlements, a symbol denoting a county-level town. Two golden ears of wheat, bound by a scarlet Alexandrov ribbon, surround the shield, further emphasizing the importance of grain production and agriculture to the locale's economy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eSymbolism and Meaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe overall design reflects Pishpek's identity as a rural and agricultural hub during its time within the Russian Empire. The plough-shares, bees, and wheat collectively represent the region's focus on farming, productive labor, and its role as a key agricultural center.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"16oz","offer_id":50860824428824,"sku":"25940090373396515084","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-pishpek-1908-kyrgyzstan-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz-16oz-position1.webp?v=1764665617","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/coat-of-arms-of-pishpek-1908-kyrgyzstan-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}